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Are you an experienced Leader looking for their next challenge?
We’re looking for a Service Manager with a passion for delivering high quality care to join our team at Cygnet Amberwood Lodge.
You will be working full time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Please note this role does carry the responsibility of on-call duties as and when required in support of the Service.
With us, you’ll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team. Enabling positive outcomes & recovery for our service users it’s a challenging, satisfying vocation. So if you want to make a difference every day – we want to hear from you.
Cygnet Amberwood Lodge
Amberwood Lodge is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, who may have behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment, promoting independence and community integration. Person-centred planning is at the heart of everything we do, based on each person’s specific needs. We understand that consistency and continuity of care is important for the people we care for.
Your Day‑to‑Day
* Provide strong & effective leadership
* Be responsible for the overall running & strategic direction of the service
* Ensure full compliance with Cygnet policies & procedures, CQC & other relevant regulators
* Deliver a high‑quality service, in respect of both patient care & employee engagement
* Ensure all clinical, budgetary, regulatory & service development targets are met
* Implement risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance
* Lead on appropriate investigations as required
* Review & develop potential opportunities for improved quality & commercial growth.
You will have
* A proven track record of managing Learning disabilities, Autism or challenging behaviours
* Outstanding staff management and organisation skills
* Familiarity with and the ability to apply CQC, the Mental Health Capacity Act and other professional regulations
* Good presentation and report writing skills
* A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership in Health and Social Care, or equivalent
* Applicants without a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership in Health and Social Care should be willing to work towards one
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you
* Strong career progression opportunities within the region, including into management roles
* Monthly reflective practice, support with revalidation & CPD opportunities
* Expert supervision & peer support
* Employee referral scheme
* Pension scheme
* “Cycle to Work” scheme & employee discount savings.
Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.
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