Deputy Manager (Residential Care – Ullenwood)

As Deputy Manager for one of our student accommodations based at Ullenwood, you will be responsible for supporting the Residential Services Manager, deputising in their absence, ensuring that the highest standards of support are provided to our residents.

Job details

Salary

£17.32 p/hr weekdays and £19.05 p/hr at weekends

Hours of work

Full time (37hrs), All year

Location

Ullenwood

Location status

Onsite - Ullenwood

Contract type

Permanent

Interview date

w/c 20/04/2026

Closing date

16/04/2026

About the role

You will promote and maintain high standards through staff management, effective staff deployment and quality assurance processes such as audits. You will work closely with students, ensuring their wellbeing and listening to and acting on their feedback.

You will be self-motivated and able to use your own initiative. You will have excellent communication, planning and organisational skills, and be able to implement those plans effectively.

You will have a relevant Level 3 qualification or above in health or social care. You will have a minimum of two years care experience, with at least one year in a role that includes staff management.

National Star is committed to promote the highest standards of care, health and well-being and if you believe you have the attributes to help lead and develop a team to achieve this then we would welcome your application.

There is a requirement to be able to work early and late shifts and every other weekend.

About us

National Star is a growing charity with more than 1,200 staff based in England and Wales. Established more than 50 years ago, we’ve supported hundreds of young people with disabilities to achieve their potential.

Staff benefits

Fantastic career development opportunities and comprehensive induction programme – theory and practical

Free employee minibus service from central Gloucester and central Cheltenham to Ullenwood (subject to availability)

Award-winning training

Free use of National Star facilities at Ullenwood, including a heated indoor swimming pool and fitness suite

Westfield medical cover

Life insurance cover

Employee helpline

Contributory pension scheme

Opportunity to purchase a TOTUM discount card

Employee discounts at attractions, high street retailers, supermarkets, utilities and motoring, plus much more

Last reviewed on 01/04/2026