Avalon Group
Locality Manager (York)
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Locality Manager (York)
Locality Manager – York
Post Type: Full-Time, Permanent Contract (37 hours per week) Salary: £38,325 per annum
About the Role & Organisation
Are you passionate about developing your career in social care?
Avalon Group is a award-winning charity with over 30 years of experience in delivering person-centred support to adults with care and support needs. Our core values are respect, honesty, learning & development, inclusion and partnership working, which guide our work every day.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Locality Manager to lead our Supported Living and Community Support services in and around York.
In this dynamic role, you will:
- Work closely with Service Managers and Support Workers to deliver high-quality, person-centred services to adults with Learning Disabilities, Autism, and Mental Health needs.
- Play a key strategic role within Senior Management, shaping the future of the organisation.
- Ensure service quality and compliance with the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Responsibilities
As the Registered Manager for this locality, you will:
- Assume full responsibility for service quality, CQC compliance, and regulatory standards.
- Provide effective leadership, fostering a supportive culture where every individual is treated with dignity and respect.
- Develop and implement person-centred care plans in line with best practice and organisational values.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with:
- Staff members
- The people we support
- Families and guardians
- Commissioners (including Local Authority and NHS partners)
- Champion Avalon’s reputation through collaborative partnerships and advocacy.
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Additionally, this role requires you to:
- Operate a TRUSTED DEDICATED VEHICLE on a regular basis as part of your duties.
- Work towards (or hold) a Level 5 relevant qualification in social care (or equivalent).
- Demonstrate strong communication skills—both verbally and in writing—to engage with diverse stakeholders.
Requirements
Essential:
- Proven experience working as a manager in a social care environment.
- In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act and Mental Capacity Act.
- Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in digital record-keeping systems.
- Full UK driving licence with full insurance and the ability to provide a motor vehicle for work use.
- Ability to undertake and pass an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
- A strong commitment to person-centred care principles.
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What We Offer
In return for your dedication, Avalon Group provides:
- Access to our award-winning specialist training programmes to develop your skills and capabilities.
- A generous benefits package, including:
- Staff discounts with high-street retailers.
- Company-supported gym memberships.
- Health cash plan.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- 30 days paid leave entitlement (equivalent to the legal minimum).
Additional Information
- Closing date: Monday 13 July 2026 at 12 noon.
- Note: Due to sponsorship licence obligations, only UK residents are eligible to apply.
- We are an equal opportunities employer—all applications are considered without bias regarding age, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, or disabilities.
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