Locality Manager: Lead Compassionate Care Teams in Aberdeen

Sense Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Scottish charity providing support services seeks a compassionate Locality Manager to lead operations in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. This full-time role emphasizes empowering individuals with support needs through effective team management and robust operational oversight. Ideal candidates will possess SVQ qualifications in Leadership and Management, have experience in social care team management, and be excellent communicators. Flexibility and commitment to quality care are essential for making a meaningful impact within the community.

Qualifications

• SVQ 3 or 4 and PDA in Leadership and Management.
• Ability to build positive relationships with supported individuals and staff.
• Experience managing a team of social care professionals.
• Passion for delivering high standards of care.
• Ability to work within organisational policies.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good time management skills.
• Flexibility in approach.

Responsibilities

• Ensure management presence in services, overseeing day-to-day operations.
• Manage safe rota development and coverage based on assessments.
• Recruit and match staff skills, providing complete induction and training.
• Audit services and ensure support strategies are current.
• Build partnerships with supported individuals and health professionals.
• Oversee completion of action areas in Strategic Plan.

Skills

Positive relationship building

Experience managing a team

Quality care delivery

Excellent communication

Good time management

Flexibility

Education

SVQ 3 or 4 and PDA in Leadership and Management

Job description

A Scottish charity providing support services seeks a compassionate Locality Manager to lead operations in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. This full-time role emphasizes empowering individuals with support needs through effective team management and robust operational oversight. Ideal candidates will possess SVQ qualifications in Leadership and Management, have experience in social care team management, and be excellent communicators. Flexibility and commitment to quality care are essential for making a meaningful impact within the community.