We have an opportunity as a Supported Living Manager at our services in Sandwich, Kent. The Supported Living Manager will be responsible for managing 2 adjacent apartment blocks consisting of 15 individual, one bed flats. We provide intensive support for adults who may have enduring complex, mental health backgrounds, autism, learning disabilities or physical health needs.
As the manager, your focus will always be on ensuring the delivery of consistently high-quality services. You and your team will develop and maintain flexible and realistic support plans using our excellent digital care management system in collaboration with the people we support, family members and other professionals. You will be managing a team through a time of change and having a background in a supporting living setting will be an advantage. Flexibility is essential and you should also have a full driving license and access to a car.
Previous Management experience within the Learning Disability sector, preferably supported living.
Knowledge of CQC and experience of managing services which are governed by these regulations
Sound understanding of supported living services
Knowledge and experience of managing staff teams, developing talent and managing performance issues
Personal qualities to be able to motivate staff members, develop leadership and delegate skills
You will be required to be part of an on call rota
You will be required to undertake CQC registration following successful probation
As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package.
You will get 32 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 34 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.