Registered Care Home Manager

The Methodist Church in Britain; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% fringe HCAS

Flexible working

Free parking

Health and wellbeing support

Staff networks

Opportunities to develop and progress

Job summary

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Registered Care Home Manager for Derby House, a six-bed home for women with learning disabilities and autism. The role leads a team of 16 support workers and ensures CQC compliance and high-quality, person-centred care.

The post requires a Diploma-level management qualification and at least five years in learning disability care, two in management, with rights to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

Qualifications

• Diploma level management qualification or equivalent.
• At least 5 years working with people with learning disabilities, including 2 years in management.
• Experience developing service user and carer involvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead relationship management, registration processes and project management of CQC action plans.
• Translate and implement the CQC strategy into Trust activities.
• Provide leadership to the six-bed residential care home.
• Lead and develop a team of 16 support workers, building a positive and inclusive culture.
• Deliver person-centred care that promotes independence, choice and positive experiences.
• Foster a culture where individuals take an active role in identifying, planning and meeting their needs.
• Enable staff to contribute, develop their skills and grow in independence.
• Mentor and supervise support workers.
• Take part in the recruitment, deployment and management of staff.

Skills

Leadership

People management

CQC compliance

Education

Diploma level management qualification

Job description

A six-month fixed-term post as Registered Care Home Manager at Derby House, a six-bed home for women with learning disabilities and autism run by Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. The manager runs the home day to day, leads 16 support workers and keeps the service compliant with CQC requirements. Residents are supported to plan and pursue their own goals within the Trust's learning disability services. Applicants need a Diploma-level management qualification and at least five years in learning disability care, two of them in management.

What the job involves

• Lead relationship management, registration processes and project management of CQC action plans
• Translate and implement the CQC strategy into Trust activities
• Provide leadership to the six-bed residential care home
• Ensure the service runs safely, effectively and efficiently within learning disability services
• Lead and develop a team of 16 support workers, building a positive and inclusive culture
• Deliver person-centred care that promotes independence, choice and positive experiences
• Foster a culture where individuals take an active role in identifying, planning and meeting their needs
• Enable staff to contribute, develop their skills and grow in independence
• Mentor and supervise support workers
• Take part in the recruitment, deployment and management of staff

Qualifications

• Management or professional qualification at Diploma level or equivalent, or above

Experience

• At least 5 years working with people with learning disabilities, including 2 years of relevant management or leadership experience
• Evidence of developing service user and carer involvement
• Evidence of developing positive relationships with commissioners
• Evidence of supporting team-work and developing colleagues' skills

Checks & eligibility

• Right to work in the UK for the duration of the role

What’s offered

• 5% Fringe HCAS included in pay, pro rata
• Flexible working
• Free parking
• Health and wellbeing support
• Staff networks
• Opportunities to develop and progress