Come, join us and be part of our community opportunities team in Lincolnshire.This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in peoples lives, creating sustainable community-basedsupport which will have a lasting impact.We have been investing in our services, re-inventing ourselves and we have big plans to play an even greater part in our communities.We have high expectations and want everyone to have the chance to reach their potential.
Are you an experienced manager, passionate about creating positive change, adaptable,determined to make your mark and help us to achieve ourambitiousplans?If youve got experience of working collaboratively, inspiring teams, helping them to develop, and high aspirations for the lives of people with a learning disability, wed love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Were looking for an experienced Manager who has thecommitmentand skills to inspire and manage our team at Gainsborough, as well as be a key part of our wider management team contributing to a range of other projects across the County.Adapting and responding to the needs, wants, and wishes of the people wesupport, youll play a key role in delivering ourambitiousdevelopment plans.
About us
Lincolnshire County Council, is one of the largest employers in the county. We are an organisation that embraces diversity, innovation and progress. We value our people and want to ensure that we can support you in joining and growing with us.
We will view you as an integral member of our community and recognise that your well-being is paramount. To show our appreciation, weve crafted a competitive package designed to not only acknowledge your hard work but also foster a healthy work-life balance.
From health benefits and retirement plans, we strive to provide a package that supports well-being and financial stability and that meets the diverse needs of our workforce.
We want everyone who works with us to feel included and celebrate their uniqueness. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity, eliminating unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation, and promoting good relations for both employee and for the people of Lincolnshire.
People often say every day is a learning day and at LCC a culture of learning is something we really believe in. We recognise the importance of supporting your learning and development and can offer a variety of different learning opportunities depending on what is right for you and the organisation. This could be through your everyday tasks, through hands-on experience, structured programs, formal qualifications, coaching, or informal learning opportunities.
Job responsibilities
Work flexibly in a hands-on way to lead and mange a team within a designated area. Hold immediate day-to-day operational responsibility for all aspects of the service; ensure reliable and high-quality service delivery. Create a can-do culture of flexibility and innovation across the workforce. Promote and maintain an ambitious vision for the service. Raise the aspirations and expectations of all key stake holders, including staff working in the team, other professionals, people using the service and their families. Play an active part in wider service development locally and across the county.
Lead the local Community Opportunity Service Team in a designated area. Manage a delegated budget for the service in that area. Manage the service and the team members, ensure all staff management processes are followed to a high standard including; supervision and appraisal, training, managing attendance, recruitment, and induction. Be responsible for the creation, delivery, and review of a local service plan, ensure the service develops and changes to meet the interests and aspirations of new people.
Oversee the day-to-day smooth running of the service. Work alongside support worker colleagues proving direct support to people using service and lead the team by example. Work directly with people using the service and alongside other team members. Be involved in all aspects of service delivery including the provision of personal care and support. Set the standards of the team by demonstrating an exemplary quality of support. Manage the competing demands of the role to ensure significant direct presence in the team
Ensure all people using the service can work with their friends and family to develop their own person-centered support plan. Ensure appropriate support is provided and support plans are followed. Ensure the highest quality of care and support is provided to people using the service and that all personal care needs are carried out in accordance with support plans.
Use IT systems for recording and storage of data. Ensure all work is completed accurately and appropriately in compliance with the directorates requirements, data protection and information governance.
Be responsible for ensuring a positive, welcoming and excellently presented environment that can be enjoyed by people using the service and the council can be proud to share with the local community. Liase with colleagues appropriately to ensure all facilities management is in place including grounds maintenance, cleaning, and building maintenance. Ensure a safe and healthy working environment. Develop and maintain a high quality well-presented and safe environment that the service and its users can be proud of. Ensure all fixtures, fittings and equipment in the buildings is maintained to the highest standard. Work with the local community to promote and share the buildings and facilities available in the service.
Support people using the service to become active members of their community, develop and lead community projects that create purposeful opportunities for people using the service. Including the creation of social and micro enterprise, community and volunteering initiatives.
Respond in an open, caring and thoughtful way to any complaints, in line with the directorate policy and procedures. Show empathy with complainants and ensure the service learns from complaints it receives.
Identify risks and ensure risk assessments are produced and followed as necessary in line with the directorates policies and procedures.
Act to prevent occurrences of poor practice, abuse or harm. Adhere to Making Safeguarding Personal as per directorate policy and procedures. Adhere to the Skills for Care (SfC) Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers in England.
Develop and lead a team that can positively support people whose behavior may challenge. Work proactively with other professionals and agencies to ensure a joined up approach.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Minimum NVQ Level 3 and/or 3 years relevant experience
Experience
* Knowledge and awareness of disability issues, relevant social policy and legislation. An understanding of and enthusiasm for the service and its goals.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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