Services Manager - Edinburgh & West Lothian
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Services Manager to lead and develop our social care services within the Edinburgh and West Lothian regions. This is a permanent, full-time position offering a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic sector.
Responsibilities
* Lead the planning, design, and development of new and existing services.
* Line manage Team Facilitators, providing formal supervision and guidance to build autonomous support teams.
* Oversee the management of Individual Service Funds (ISF) and ensure efficient financial administration.
* Monitor service quality through audits and Quality Assurance systems to meet regulatory requirements.
* Act as a key contact for local authorities, health services, and families, representing the organisation at external forums.
* Ensure safe working practices and effectively manage staff sickness and absence.
* Coordinate and participate in local on-call responsibilities.
Qualifications
* A relevant management or other qualification for SSSC and Care Inspectorate registration.
* Proven success in managing social care services and supervisory line management of teams.
* A record of developing and implementing strategy or operational plans.
* In-depth understanding of the Personalisation agenda and Self-Directed Support (SDS) legislation.
* Working knowledge of the Scottish Social Services care regulatory framework.
* Ability to manage complex workloads and tight deadlines.
* Proficiency in Office 365 and databases.
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
* (Desirable) Experience in the voluntary sector, management training in the learning disability field, and experience with quality assurance systems.
What We Offer
* Annual Salary: £36,050
* Permanent contract
* Support for self-development and required registrations (SSSC/Care Inspectorate)
Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
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