Extra Care Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Hyde; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading not-for-profit organization is seeking an Extra Care Project Manager to oversee operations at Birch Lea Park. This role involves providing person-centered care, managing a team, and fostering community connections for individuals with diverse support needs. The ideal candidate will have a warm, empathetic approach and be committed to promoting independence and quality of life for service users.

Benefits

Probationary bonus

Pension contributions

33 days of leave

Company-paid enhanced DBS

Qualifications

• Experience in services for individuals with diverse support needs is essential.
• Warm, person-centered approach required.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational aspects of Birch Lea Park.
• Support service users to maintain independence and engage with the community.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high standards of care.

Skills

Empathy

Person-centered care

Team management

Flexibility

Community engagement

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a warm, compassionate, and proactive Extra Care Project Manager to provide person-centered care and support to our service users. The service is based in a vibrant, newly built extra care service in Hattersley, Tameside. The role involves supporting service users to be independent, enjoy a fulfilling life, and foster connections with the community. As Project Manager, you will be responsible for the operational management of Birch Lea Park along with a wider senior team.

In collaboration with the landlord, stakeholders, and local health and social care services, you will ensure the highest standards of care and support are provided. You will ensure that the service empowers clients and meets their needs and preferences. Working with service users’ families and friends, you will promote a positive atmosphere within the service. The ability to work empathetically and holistically to maintain life skills and independence is essential. You must be flexible, energetic, and reliable. You will manage a team of care staff at Birch Lea Park.

You must be willing to embrace all aspects of the role, including providing support with dignified personal care and domestic tasks, and supporting individuals to access social opportunities. We value the personal skills and interests you bring to both the role and the lives of those we support. You must be willing to work occasional shifts, including mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Previous experience in services for people with a range of support needs is essential. Your approach should be warm, person-centered, and respectful. Creative Support is committed to your continuous professional development, and you will have opportunities to explore your training and development needs.

Creative Support is a not-for-profit organization providing high-quality, person-centered support to people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, mental health needs, and dementia. Our support is tailored to individuals, promoting their independence and community engagement.

Vacancy Reference Number: 84059

Applications must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number.

Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 33 days of leave, and company-paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization — a Stonewall Champion and Confident Employer, recently awarded the Investors in People Gold award.

Applications are reviewed as received; we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. Only candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and reside here can apply.