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Job Description: Service Manager
Reporting into the Area Manager, the Service Manager (Floating) is responsible for delivering Service User centred care; through the efficient operational management of a number of Supported housing units (apprx 36-40 beds) and staff allocated to them; in accordance with company processes and procedures.
Summary of Benefits:
Salary offered, dependent upon experience
28 days annual leave (inc paid public holidays)
Company Contributory Pension Scheme
Full expensed company mobile phone for business use
Company laptop with full VPN access
Mileage paid for business use
Car business insurance paid
Free on-site car parking
Key Features of role:
The Service Manager will be specifically responsible for:
1. Provision of direct management and supervision to the Operations Team – Team Leaders, Senior Support Assistants and Support Assistants
2. Ensuring the maximisation of Service User interests by liaising with internal and external stakeholders
3. Completing a regular case review, development and implementation of a person centred care plan for each Service User
4. Overseeing the delivery of physical and mental, person centred care to Service Users
5. Implementation and monitoring of safeguarding the rights and dignity of each Service User
6. Overseeing the effective management and control of Service User financials and house budgets
7. Performance management of the Operations Team to maximise management and staff performance and assure compliance with company procedures
8. Conduct training needs analysis for operational staff and work with HR and Training to co-ordinate the delivery of training and development to maximise competence in their job role
9. Support staff with developing and implementing staff-rotas, ensuring that appropriate staff cover is available to Service Users
10. Attending and actively participating in internal management reviews and external forums
11. Accomplishing self-audits and pro-actively engage in external compliance audits.
Qualifications - The following qualification, skills and experience are required for this role:
1. Preference for NVQ Level 4 in Leadership and Management in Social Care (or equivalent), with a minimum of two years’ experience at Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager or Team Leader level within a care setting; and
2. Competence in the use of Microsoft Office and Internet applications
3. Strong English spoken, listening, writing, communication and presentation skills
4. Strong administration and complianc skills
5. Full driving licence and use of own car for general business use and to support Service Users
This role offers security, stability and a dynamic working environment, with plenty of scope for career development and progression. Please apply now for immediate consideration