Deputy Care Manager
Full-time Permanent
Monday to Friday, 9 am 5.30 pm
Salary: £35,000 P/A (Depending on Experience)
Location: Gloucester / Cheltenham
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Care Manager to join a well-established specialist Domiciliary Care and Supported Living service provider. We are looking for someone to assist in the development and growth of the business while maintaining high standards of person-centred care.
As the Service Manager, you will act as a positive role model for the rest of the care staff, ensuring that a high standard of care is delivered consistently. You will carry out routine and bespoke tasks to ensure that the service is compliant with the regulatory requirements of the CQC.
To be considered for this role, you will need to have a full driving licence and access to your car.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- To support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day management, operation and administration of the Service.
- To support the Registered Manager to promote and grow the business.
- To take on and set up new care packages of care.
- Monitor, supervise, support and mentor our care team.
- To ensure the delivery of quality, person-centred care for every client.
- To maintain high-quality standards and ensure that the branch is compliant with health and safety regulations.
- Liaise with external professionals, individuals, and families as required to ensure that the needs of the people supported are reviewed regularly and plans developed so that we continue to meet their needs.
- To carry out spot checks and supervision for care staff.
- To audit the MAR chart and support plan.
- To support the Team in covering care calls in an emergency/sickness absence ensuring care does not break.
- Carry out any other duties deemed necessary for the successful operation of the business.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 - 3 years of experience as a Service Manager/ Service Manager or Care Coordinator in a Domiciliary or Supported Living setting.
- Minimum NVQ Level 3-5 Health & Social Care
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- You will be passionate and driven to be an instrumental part of the growth and development of the service.
- Strong IT skills.
- Full UK Driving licence.
- Has flexibility to attitude to work to support the needs of the business when required.
- Sound knowledge of CQC rules and regulations and to remain compliant.
- Confident to supervise a team and managing others in a care environment.
- Ability to work on your initiative and be able to prioritise your duties.
- Excellent team player.
- Ability to work well under stress.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Being available to work On-Call occasionally according to the need of the business.
Benefits:
- Excellent rate of pay
- Holiday Pay
- Travel expenses
- Quarterly Performance Bonus
- Reward Schemes
- Recommend a friend bonus
Immediate Start is available for the successful candidate.
You will need to have a full driving licence and access to your own car to be considered for this role.
A comprehensive induction programme, training and support will be provided to enable you to be successful in your new role.
If you are interested and have got what it takes, we welcome your application for the opportunity to attend an interview and find out more.
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