Deputy Manager

CV-Library • Contract, Temporary • Middleton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom • £21.33 / hour • 1w ago

Central Recruitment is working with one of the UK's largest not-for-profit housing associations. Their work includes providing people with a range of support and services to help them overcome barriers associated with age, homelessness, disability or health.

Our client is currently recruiting for a Deputy Manager to work at a CQC registered service in the Middleton area. The service provides independent living for people aged 55 and over who also need care and support.

37.5 hours per week
Flexibility is required to participate in an on-call and weekend rota
Temporary: approx. 6 months
£21.33 per hour (£19.03 per hour, with £2.30 holiday pay)

Key responsibilities:

Lead, motivate and support a team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care services
Hold regular one-to-one sessions to reflect on achievements, performance and individual wellbeing
Ensure all care plans, risk assessments and customer records are accurate and up to date
Undertake six-monthly performance reviews to support and guide colleagues to fulfil their potential
Manage and plan the delivery of care within the service in line with CQC and contractual requirements
Support the setting and management of service budgets, monitor expenditure through the finance system and report any budget variances to the budget holder
Implement and monitor policies, procedures and quality standards to ensure safe and effective service delivery
Ensure robust medication management procedures are followed in accordance with national guidelines
Maintain compliance with health and safety legislation, safeguarding requirements and regulatory obligations
Build and maintain positive relationships with customers, families, commissioners and partner agencies
Support the recruitment, onboarding and development of permanent, relief and agency staff
Support housing management functions, including coordinating repairs and maintenance
Advocate for customers and support positive outcomes that enhance independence and wellbeing

Further requirements:

Experience working within a CQC-registered supported living or extra care service
Previous leadership or supervisory experience within health and social care
Experience reviewing, monitoring and evaluating outcomes to support the effective delivery of a CQC-registered service
Ability to motivate, coach and develop teams, supporting colleagues to deliver high-quality care
Strong communication and listening skills, with the ability to encourage feedback, promote reflection and empower others
Experience producing reports, statutory submissions and other communications, with the ability to analyse key outcomes data and identify opportunities for service improvement
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads and manage competing demands
Competent IT skills, including experience updating care plans, maintaining electronic records and producing reports
A resilient, adaptable and customer-focused approach

In order to register with Central Recruitment Services for temporary agency work, candidates must meet the following criteria:

Current valid right to work in the UK
Minimum 12 months’ of paid experience in a front line social care role within the last 3 years* (unless recruitment criteria states otherwise)
A fully enhanced DBS either registered on the DBS update service or issued within the last 12 months, or willingness to apply for one through Central (at a cost of £60)
Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process

How to apply:

If you feel that you fully meet the above outlined criteria for this role and would like apply for this post, please forward your CV for consideration.

*Please note the outlined experience is the 'minimum' first stage criteria, and we will therefore be unable to consider your application unless you are able to demonstrate a relevant work history in line with this position