Service Manager - Health And Social Care

Bluetown; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Wigan seeks an experienced Service Manager. You will oversee the management of support services, ensuring person-centred care for individuals with disabilities. The role demands strong leadership, care planning, and a commitment to community integration. Candidates must possess a Level 4/5 qualification in health and social care, along with a proven track record in management and care services.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and development programme

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Pension Scheme

Death in Service

Qualifications

• Proven success with meeting outcomes and targets.
• Experience of managing and working in a team.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience of a support and care role.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day management of allocated services.
• Manage recruitment, training, and staff supervision.
• Complete and update care plans and risk assessments.

Skills

Managerial ability

Knowledge of The Care Act

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Level 4/5 qualification in health and social care

Job description

Job Title

Service Manager

Location

Wigan, Lancashire

Salary

GBP31,500 per annum, depending on skills and experience

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time, Monday - Friday

Mediline Supported Living is looking for an experienced compassionate, caring Leader who is passionate about supporting people with Learning disabilities, Mental Health, Autism and a range of other disabilities to live their lives to the full in the community. We provide a 24-hour support service to adults within the person's homes in Wigan and Lancashire.

As the Service Manager, you would be responsible for the day-to-day management of allocated services and associated administrative requirements involved in managing a number of teams. You will be required to participate within the second tier of the 24/7 on call system on a rota basis.

The position will include recruitment and retention, training and staff supervision, managing teams and ensuring that service users are provided with person-centred support that enables them to have the life that they want. You will be involved with completing and updating care plans and risk assessments, preparing and managing staff rotas, chairing team meetings, service reviews, attend multi-disciplinary meetings, audits, monthly monitoring of support services and other tasks associated in maintaining the quality of the services, you will participate in the strategic development of the service as part of the senior management team.

The purpose of the role is to enhance the quality of life of the people supported in the service to ensure that they are valued and enabled to take control of their own lives and further their integration into the community.

Please note that the company does not offer sponsorship and therefore candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK to be considered. A full driving licence and own car is essential.

Key Aspects of the Role

• Service Management
• Financial Management
• Quality Assurance
• Policies and Procedures
• General duties
• Personal Management

About You

Essential Requirements include:

• Must have proven success with meeting outcomes and targets and can demonstrate managerial ability with underpinning knowledge of The Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, CQC regulations and Safeguarding Protocols.
• You are required to hold a Level 4/5 or above qualification in health and social care or an equivalent professional qualification and be willing to participate in a personal development programme.
• A commitment to professional development.
• Experience of managing and working in a team.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience of a support and care role.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience working with adults at risk.
• A sound knowledge of current health and social care legislation and policy.
• Knowledge of person centred support planning.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to keep accurate records.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• A Positive can do attitude.
• Good attendance and time keeping.
• Ability to treat people with dignity and respect.
• Good problem solving, listening and organisational skills.
• Ability to develop good working relationships.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Enabling and motivational skills.
• Present a positive image of yourself and the company at all times.
• Actively promote Mediline's Culture and Values at all time.
• Act as a positive role model.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training and development programme.
• Tier two out of hours On Call responsibility.
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays.
• Pension Scheme.
• Death in Service.

All successful applications are subject to a satisfactory DBS and pre-employment checks.

Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

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