What you will be doing
You will support the Home Manager to lead the team in providing high-quality care and support to people with Learning Disabilities and Autism, while also supporting your colleagues and promoting good teamwork.
As the Deputy Home Manager, you will empower the individuals we support and deliver supervision to staff in order to ensure the delivery of great care. Working alongside the Manager to co-ordinate the on-call service, manage budgets, leading by example and acting as a role model to all members of the team, you will help create a positive learning environment making a real difference and changing lives for the better. Other duties include:
1. Supporting the Registered Manager to prepare for contract reviews and represent the organisation in respect of service delivery.
2. Supporting the Registered Manager to create, maintain and enhance productive working relationships within the home.
3. Ensuring the appropriate number and skill mix of staff on duty at any given time subject to company protocol and the needs of the service users.
4. Planning, implementing and monitoring the Person Centred Approach to care within the home.
*Working 37.5 hours per week, with flexibility across the 7 days, as exact shift times will vary depending on the needs of the service at the time.
Things that you will have:
5. Qualified to NVQ Level 3 or working towards
6. An excellent track record in a senior role within the healthcare sector.
7. An understanding of learning disabilities, epilepsy and sensory processing issues.
8. A passion for improving clinical quality and care.
9. Strong leadership skills.
Where you will be working:
21b Upper Brighton Road is a seven bed, male only, community based home. People supported at 21b Upper Brighton Road have moderate learning disabilities with associated health needs, autism and behaviours which may be seen as challenging. People may come to 21b Upper Brighton Road as part of their care pathway, either moving from their community placement or the family home because they require more structured care and support. The service is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by a dedicated team made up of the Registered Manager and Support Workers. All residents are registered with the local GP which allows access to specialist clinicians. Elysium Care Partnerships are proud of the excellent relationships with the families and friends of the people they support. Families and friends are encouraged to play an active part in the lives of their loved ones.
What you will get
10. Annual base salary of £28,581
11. The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) – plus your birthday off!
12. Free meals and parking
13. Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.
14. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.
15. Pension contribution to secure your future.
16. Life Assurance for added peace of mind.
17. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.
There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more.