Partnership - Assistant Care Manager - Fixed Term Maternity Cover

Henshaws is a northern charity supporting people living with sight loss and a range of other disabilities to go beyond expectations. We believe that, wherever they are, everyone has the right to an independent and fulfilling life. Our support, advice and training enables people and their families build skills, develop confidence, help each other and look forward to a more positive future.

Join Henshaws and help shape a positive, inclusive workplace where people can thrive.

Position:

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people with complex needs? We have an exciting opportunity to join our Partnerships Programme as an Assistant Care Manager (Maternity Cover), with opportunities for professional development and progression.

As Assistant Care Manager, you will support the Partnerships Manager in delivering a high-quality, person-centred care service that promotes safety, wellbeing, independence, and achievement for students. You will be instrumental in leading and developing a motivated team, ensuring excellent standards of care and support are maintained across the service.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Partnerships Manager in leading and developing a high-quality, person-centred care service for young people with complex needs.
• Ensure the wellbeing, safety, and development of students through effective care planning, team leadership, and compliance with CQC and College standards.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and support to colleagues, promoting a positive and accountable team culture.
• Work collaboratively with students, families, colleagues, and external professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of services, ensuring best practice and high-quality care are at the forefront of delivery.

Living the Henshaws Values

At Henshaws, our values are more than words; they guide the way we work, lead, and support others every day.

Ambition

You will demonstrate ambition by striving for excellence in care delivery, encouraging innovation, and supporting students and colleagues to achieve their full potential. You will continually look for opportunities to improve outcomes and contribute to the development of the service.

Respect

You will treat every student, colleague, family member, and stakeholder with dignity, understanding, and compassion. By fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, you will ensure that individual needs, aspirations, and voices are valued and heard.

Empowerment

You will empower students to develop confidence, independence, and life skills, enabling them to make informed choices and achieve their goals. You will also support and develop team members, encouraging ownership, accountability, and professional growth.

Salary and Hours

Salary: £14.55 per hour/ £27260.88 per annum based on 40 hour per week

Hours per week: 40 (Part-time hours considered)

Weeks per Year: 40

Holiday: 5 weeks plus 10 days bank holiday allowance pro rata

Closing Date: 12th October 2026 - 12:00 Noon

Please note position may close earlier than closing date.

Requirements:

About You

This role is ideal for a passionate, creative, and solution-focused individual who is committed to delivering outstanding care and support. You will be a positive role model who embraces the Henshaws values of Ambition, Respect, and Empowerment, inspiring both students and colleagues to thrive.

By living these values every day, you will play a vital role in helping Henshaws remain a great place to work, learn, and grow, while making a meaningful difference to the lives of the people we support.

Requirements

• NVQ 2/Diploma in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards Level 3 within an agreed timescale.
• Good standard of Maths and English
• Willingness and experience to assist service users with any personal care requirements as needed
• Willingness to support with any clinical interventions (once trained and competent)
• The ability to keep calm under pressure when supporting with behaviors of concern
• Recent experience of working with young adults with additional needs
• Awareness and respect of service users rights
• Willingness to undertake and achieve Skills for Care Induction Award within 12 weeks if no formal care qualifications or relevant field

Other information:

Henshaws Society for Blind People aims to employ a diverse workforce and is committed to equality of employment and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Henshaws is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. It is a criminal offence for people barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group e.g. vulnerable adults, children or both. An Enhanced DBS with barring and reference checks will be sought from the successful candidate.

Henshaws reserves the right to check social media accounts of all successful applicants.

Registered Charity No: 221888

Benefit: 5 Weeks annual Leave plus 10 day bank holiday (pro-rata for part-time and term-time staff), Option to buy one weeks extra annual leave (52 week contracts), Up to 3 days Paid Emergency Domestic Leave (after one years Service), A paid Wellbeing day (after one years service), Company Sick pay after completion of probationary period, Enhanced Maternity Pay, Enhanced Paternity Pay, Company Pension Scheme, Refer a friend bonus £150.00 (As an employee this is payable once your 'Friend' has started with Henshaws and they named you on their application form or CV), Flexible Working Hours, Remote Working, Long service Awards every 5 Years, Onsite Free parking, Access to discounted staff meals, Access to trained Mental Health First aiders, Employee assistance programme (EAP), Wellbeing Programme, Employee discount schemes (e.g Blue Light), Paid training, On the job training, Professional development support, Access to further qualifications, Career progression opportunities, DBS paid for by Henshaws
Retribuzione supplementare: Refer a friend bonus £150.00 (Payable once 'Friend' has started with Henshaws)