What you will be doing
You will support the Registered 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 Registered 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. Charge Nurse (Level One)
6. Effective NMC Registration
7. An excellent track record in a senior role within the healthcare sector.
8. An understanding of learning disabilities, epilepsy and sensory processing issues.
9. A passion for improving clinical quality and care.
10. Strong leadership skills.
Where you will be working
Be part of a new team at this 8 bedded residential service for adults under 65 years with a learning disability, autism and sensory and communication differences.
Dove House is a specialist, robust service to support people with ongoing complex needs and behaviours that challenge who are stepping down from hospital or to avoid an inappropriate admission to hospital and to enable them to return to their home area. The model was introduced to emulate community care for individuals with complex needs in robust, spacious accommodation.
The services are staffed 24 hours a day by a dedicated team of Registered Manager, Deputy Manager, Nurses and Support Workers.
What you will get
11. Annual salary of £46,637
12. The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) – plus your birthday off!
13. Free meals and parking
14. Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.
15. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.
16. Pension contribution to secure your future.
17. Life Assurance for added peace of mind.
18. 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.