Deputy Manager

Deputy Manager

Permanent

Salary: £35,000 per annum

About the Role

You'll work closely with the Manager to support the smooth day-to-day running of the service, stepping up to lead operations in their absence and ensuring that high standards are maintained across the team.

This is a permanent position with an education provider, with a start date of September 2026. You'll play a key role in supporting staff, maintaining quality standards, and helping to shape a positive, well-organised environment for learners and colleagues alike.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Manager in the day-to-day leadership and organisation of the service.
• Deputising for the Manager as required, including decision-making in their absence.
• Supervising, motivating and supporting team members to maintain high standards of practice.
• Monitoring quality and compliance across the service, escalating concerns where needed.
• Contributing to planning, reporting and continuous improvement activities.
• Building positive relationships with learners, colleagues and external stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Experience in a supervisory or leadership role within an education or related setting
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• The ability to lead a team and make sound decisions under pressure
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and safeguarding

Desirable (but not essential):

• A relevant management or leadership qualification
• Experience deputising for a senior manager
• Familiarity with quality assurance or compliance processes in an education setting

If you're ready to take the next step into a leadership role and help drive excellence within an education setting, we'd love to hear from you.