Are you an experienced Health & Social care team leader who's on the look out for a brand new challenge? You could be just who we’re looking for!
Our amazing #TeamNorthAberdeenshire are on the lookout for a new Service Lead to join them on a permanent, full-time (39 hours per week).
The Role
You'll become part of a supportive and dedicated management team providing coaching and mentoring to our housing support services in Ellon and Maud.
As a Service Lead, you'll provide leadership to your two Lead Practitioners and our support teams, ensuring that the people we support are encouraged to reach their full potential and live the life that they choose.
Reporting to our Branch Leader, you'll lead your service, ensuring the delivery of high quality support and be committed to the continuous improvement of it. You will also work in partnership with our Service Leads and Lead Practitioners within the branch to ensure consistency and sharing of good practice. Part of this role will also involve taking on Registered Manager responsibilities too.
Our Services
#TeamArnha provide support to six gentlemen within their shared homes in Ellon and #TeamBerrybank is home to 6 individuals in Maud.
The support that we provide is centred around assisting individuals to identify and work towards their goals. We work with the individuals to develop personal plans that reflect their choices, individual support needs and capabilities.
Your teams will support individuals to manage their own homes, increase and maintain their independence and encourage and support them with their social, health and wellbeing needs.
About you
It would be great if you already have your SCQF level 9 and PDA in management, however this isn't a deal-breaker for the right candidate. We are committed to the development of our colleagues and will invest in you by funding your qualifications through our Training Academy to meet SSSC requirements!
What we need you to bring: -
1. A passion for delivering excellent person centred care and support
2. A caring and professional attitude
3. Great communication skills; both written and verbal
4. A positive attitude to problem solving
5. The ability to work on your own initiative
6. The ability to work collaboratively as a helpful, positive member of a team
7. Confidence in the use of computers
8. Excellent language and numeracy skills
9. Planning, organising and time management skills
10. The ability to respond flexibly to emerging and changing circumstances
11. A driving license and access to your own vehicle