Domus are on the lookout for a dedicated Health and Social Care professional to take the reins of a Supported Living service in Barnsley, South Yorkshire for Adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism. The Service Manager will manage and lead a team to provide support that enables the people supported to achieve the outcomes of their individual Person-Centred Care Plans, and the aims and objectives of the service.
Ideally, Domus are looking for an established Service Manager but would certainly consider a highly experienced Team Manager or Deputy looking for a step up.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an established Service Manager or experienced Deputy Manager to lead a Supported Living service for a highly reputable provider of Health and Social Care and support. With over 280 support locations across England, 94% of which rated at Good or Outstanding by CQC, this is a fantastic opportunity to join an established provider who provide essential high quality support and care to vulnerable adults across the nation.
Key Responsibilities of a Service Manager:
Lead and direct the teams in person centered planning and support for the people we support, ensuring that tailored support plans are completed, reviewed, and continuously developed to meet individual needs, wishes and outcomes.
Ensure teams actively support and promote the health and well-being of people we support and that current issues or changes in health, behavioural, emotional, psychological, or mental health needs are reported to the relevant professionals and support sought if necessary.
Lead and direct teams to facilitate and empower independence of people we support.
Take an active role in the development and growth of the Organisation, supporting the business development objectives and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in line with the Organisational strategic aims and objectives.
Maintaining a good local market knowledge of Barnsley, South Yorkshire to ensure that opportunities for the people supported are maximised and that the Organisation is aware of external changes that will affect the service(s) market position.
Be responsible for quality management and auditing of service delivery, maintaining accurate internal and external quality assurance records and completing any required improvement actions.
Ensuring effective financial planning and budgetary control for the service, liaising as appropriate with the Operations and Development Manager and the Finance Department.
Service Manager Requirements:
Level 3 Social Care qualification. (Minimum essential required).
Willing to work towards NVQ Level 4/5 in Health and Social Care.
An existing Deputy Manager or Service Manager with Supported Living or Residential experience.
Experience of working at a supervisory level in care/support setting.
Lots of experience working with people with Learning Disabilities or Complex Behaviours.
Good knowledge and practical implementation of CQC regulations.
Ability to recognize, challenge, and remedy bad practice.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Confident, flexible, and efficient. Happy to work on a shift basis, and on call where required.
Ability to set and work to deadlines.
Excellent level of people management skills.
Management skills to main the service to a high standard.
Computer skills in Microsoft office particularly word, excel, outlook and the internet.
Excellent level of organisation skills.
Ability to demonstrate clear communication skills both verbal and written.
Committed to providing person-centred care that gives real equality of opportunity to all those you’re working for.
Benefits:
Statutory government mileage
Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future – we’re proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People.
28 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days. Plus, the option to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost.
An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further – including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You’ll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance.
Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security.
Access to the Rightsteps Therapy service – free, confidential telephone-based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing.
A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more – all free to you and your immediate family.
Recognition awards to recognise colleagues’ inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us.
Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans.
If you are interested in the above position please apply, or for more information contact Matthew Taylor at Domus Recruitment.
As part of our continual pursuit of quality candidates we appreciate and reward candidate recommendations from you if we successfully secure them a position. We will reward you with £300 if you recommend a new candidate to us who is not already registered, and we secure them a role for a minimum of 1 month
