Job Description

Join a Team That Puts People First

Location

: Castle Cary

Role

: Assistant Manager

Hours

: 40 hours per week with flexibility, participation with on call is essential

Salary

: 33,000 - 34,500.

At

Weavers Lodge

, we believe that everyone -- staff and service users alike -- deserves to live and work in an environment where they can thrive. Our home supports up to 8 adults with learning disabilities and complex behavioural needs, some of whom may also live with Autism, mental health conditions, or communication challenges.

This is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to become a culture catalyst -- someone who nurtures wellbeing, leads with empathy, and helps others to reach their full potential.

What Makes Weavers Lodge Different?

We are values-led. That means we prioritise:

Empowerment

: enabling those we support to live their best lives.

Connection

: fostering relationships built on trust, kindness, and dignity.

Growth

: investing in our people so they can flourish personally and professionally.

What You Can Expect From Us

Generous Leave

: 6 weeks annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)

Paid Breaks

: because your time matters too

Health & Wellbeing Support

: 24-hour confidential advice line Mental Health First Aiders Access to Blue Light Card discounts

Long Service Recognition

Pension Scheme

: Auto-enrolment

Inclusive Leadership

: Supportive, accessible managers who listen

Your Role

As a Assistant Manager, you'll:

Lead a team with compassion and clarity Create inclusive rotas that respect both team needs and the individuals we support Champion personalised care planning and behavioural support Promote a culture of learning, safety, and continuous improvement

What You Bring

We're looking for people who lead with heart and purpose -- and who live our values in action.

Essential:

A values-driven leadership style Experience supporting adults with complex behavioural need Experience in Positive Behaviour Support QCF Level 3 (or equivalent) Strong communication, numeracy, and digital skills A deep understanding of learning disabilities and complex needs

Personal qualities:

Caring and respectful: you put people's rights and choices first Emotionally intelligent: you listen deeply and lead with empathy Flexible and reliable: you go the extra mile to make a difference Curious and committed: you're always learning and growing Energetic and encouraging: you inspire others through your actions

Development That Goes Beyond Compliance

We're not just ticking boxes. We invest in learning and development to build confident, skilled, and compassionate leaders.

Fully funded Diplomas & Apprenticeships Accredited Positive Behaviour Support Training Comprehensive onboarding and mandatory training

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

We are committed to the safety, dignity and wellbeing of every individual we support. We operate robust, fair and trauma-informed safer recruitment practices and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

If you've disclosed something that may impact your work with vulnerable adults, we'll consider it openly and sensitively as part of our commitment to fair and inclusive recruitment.

Inclusion Matters

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applicants regardless of age, race, gender identity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or background. We actively seek to create an identity-safe, psychologically secure environment where everyone can be themselves.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 33,000.00-34,500.00 per year

Application question(s):

Do you hold a Full UK Driving License? Do you have an NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care?
Work Location: In person