Care Deputy Manager

Consensus is not just a care provider – we’re a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.

If you’re looking for a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, then this Deputy Manager role at Belstead Mews, Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom might be right for you. You must hold at least a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.

Due to limited number of licences we are unable to offer Sponsorship for this role.

Consensus is a certified Great Place to Work® in 2025, here’s just a small selection of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

• Career Ladder
  : A starting salary of £32,156.80 per annum, our dedicated career ladder provides clear opportunities for your future progression and earn up to £32,780.80 per annum.
• Learning & Development
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  Support your personal and professional growth with training and qualifications to enable you to achieve your full potential.
• Financial Benefits
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  Life Assurance of twice your annual basic salary, withdraw a percentage of your wages with Wagestream, access to a Blue Light Discount Card.
• Health & Wellbeing
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  From confidential telephone counselling, dedicated wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Induction & Training
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  Following your Free DBS check your journey will begin with a 3-day online induction before heading to the service to get started.

Through understanding the needs of the people you support, you’ll provide exceptional care that truly changes lives. A career with meaning, you’ll also have a lot of fun, too – from helping with daily tasks to leading a team to make a difference.

• Belstead Mews is a unique home for young people that supports them to learn life skills, complete their education, and thrive as they move into adulthood. The young people living here are encouraged to be as independent as possible, promoting decision making to allow choice over the activities they participate in, their home is run. The team help with life skills, cooking, education and all other support they may need on a personal, one-to-one basis.
• Provide leadership to colleagues within the team and support the Service Manager in the daily management & running of the service.
• Help the people we support to engage in meaningful opportunities and activities – empowering them to enjoy a great life filled with amazing experiences.
• Manage, deliver & lead high-quality care as part of the team using a person centred approach.
• Get involved in the community, support during leisure and social activities, and celebrate special occasions.
• Communicate appropriately, considering individual communication needs, and helping people to communicate effectively with others, too.

At Consensus, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Join us at Consensus Support Services, where your unique perspective is valued, and every individual has the opportunity to succeed.