Residential Assistant Manager

Residential Assistant Manager

Sale, Manchester

£28,188 - £29,355 per annum-Once 6m probation is passed

Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week on a 24hrs shift system)

Additional payment of £30 per night for the on-call cover duties. 

Here at Stockdales, we endeavour to provide a family orientated service that meets the needs of all the people we support through holistic assessment.

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Residential Assistant Manager to help deliver high-quality, person-centred support while assisting with the day-to-day leadership of the service. Working alongside the Service Manager, you will support the smooth running of the home, maintain high standards of care, safety and compliance, and act as a positive role model for the team.

The role includes leading and mentoring staff, supporting rota management and administrative tasks, contributing to audits and quality monitoring and ensuring care plans, risk assessments and records are accurate and up to date. You will promote best practice in safeguarding, support compliance with CQC and relevant legislation and help develop a skilled and confident team through training and guidance.

You will work closely with families and professionals to support people’s health, wellbeing and independence, while responding calmly and effectively in a range of situations. The role may include supporting people in the community, undertaking clinical duties once trained and assisting with transport where required.

About You

• Experience in residential care (1+ year in a senior/supervisory role)


• NVQ Level 3 in Residential (Level 5 desirable or willingness to work towards it)


• Strong understanding of safeguarding and relevant legislation


• Effective leadership and communication skills


• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.


• Flexible and resilient approach to work


• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)


• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle

About Us

Stockdales is a local charity based in Sale, just south of Manchester City Centre. We have over 70 years’ experience supporting people with learning and physical disabilities to live life to the full. Our 5 care homes have up to 7 residents and our busy Community Service has weekly sessions, a social club and a weekend kids club. Check out our website to see what we do!

What you will receive whilst working for us:

• 28 days holiday per year pro rata inclusive of bank holidays


• Increased holiday entitlement with service


• Pension Scheme


• Medicash – includes access to 24hr GP, money off shopping and going out, wellbeing aids.


• Life Insurance Scheme (after 6-month probation)


• Excellent internal and external training offered.


• Monthly staff prize draw


• Cycle to work scheme


• Access to Wage Stream