Deputy Manager

Posted 11 June 2026
Salary 29.13
LocationHaringey N8 United Kingdom
Job type Contract
Sector Interim & Executive Management
ReferenceOR103169

Job description

3-4 months contract with a local authority

Summary
  • As a Deputy Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of Olive Morris Court, ensuring high-quality accommodation for residents facing multiple disadvantages. You will lead your team to deliver intensive, trauma-informed interventions in housing, health, wellbeing, and employment, aiming for positive outcomes and resident transition from the service. Your role includes supporting, training, and supervising Project Workers to foster a high-performing service with a unified vision. You will also develop and monitor key outcomes, communicating the service's vision and aims in collaboration with local partners, residents, and stakeholders.
Responsibilities
  • Create, review, and manage staff rotas to ensure 24/7 service provision.
  • Provide advice and assistance to project workers for high-quality casework.
  • Model and share best practices in move-on planning, relational support, incident handling, risk management, and trauma-informed practice.
  • Maintain expertise in homelessness issues, housing options, and working with clients with complex needs.
  • Share responsibility for rapid move-on, overseeing cases, and organizing case conferences or Team Around Me (TAM) as needed.
  • Evaluate staff performance, including probationary assessments, performance appraisals, and managing sickness absence in line with Council policies.
  • Provide regular support and supervision of staff according to service needs and policies.
  • Keep accurate records of staff, leave, and sickness.
  • Promote learning and development, identify staff training needs, and make recommendations for the team and individuals.
Requirements
  • Experience in managing a staff team and clients with complex needs, including mental health and substance misuse.
  • Personal experience or understanding of issues affecting vulnerable homeless individuals or those at risk of homelessness.
  • General education qualification is essential.
Additional Information
  • Working hours: 36 hours per week
  • Location: 332 High Rd, London, N15 4BN, United Kingdom
  • The role requires a DBS check.
  • we work on bi-weekly payment schedule. 
The role closes on 19th June 2026, please apply ASAP.