Overview
Walsingham Support has been operating across England and Wales since 1986. We enhance the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism and other complex needs. We're different because we pride ourselves in putting the people we support at the centre of everything we do. We do this by delivering specifically tailored support for every individual we work with.
Responsibilities
- Leading, managing, and developing a team of support staff.
- Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and best practices.
- Overseeing care plans and risk assessments to meet the individual needs of each resident.
- Building strong relationships with residents, their families, and other stakeholders.
- Managing budgets and resources efficiently.
- Promoting a positive and inclusive environment that respects diversity and individual choice.
- Provide strong leadership to your team, ensuring staff are well-supported and motivated. Conduct regular supervisions, appraisals, and training sessions.
- Maintain high standards of care, ensuring services comply with CQC regulations and other relevant frameworks.
- Develop and implement personalized care plans that reflect the individual needs, preferences, and goals of each resident.
- Foster effective communication within the team, with residents, families, and external professionals.
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all residents, implementing safeguarding policies and procedures effectively.
- Oversee the financial aspects of the service, including budgeting, invoicing, and resource allocation.
Requirements
- A minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role within social care.
- A relevant qualification in Health & Social Care.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Excellent understanding of autism, mental health issues, and learning disabilities.
- Proven ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Desirable
- Previous experience in a supported living environment.
- Knowledge of CQC standards and regulations.
- Experience in staff training and development.
Benefits
- Favourable working hours, including part-time roles and bank positions.
- 28 days annual leave (20 days leave + 8 days bank holidays), rising up to 38 days depending on length of service.
- Double pay if you work on bank holidays.
- Paid Enhanced DBS
- Pension scheme contributions.
- Support for career development and gaining professional qualifications through apprenticeship offers.
- Life assurance equal to three times your salary.
- Bereavement helpline.
- Employee Assistance Programme supplied by HealthAssured
- Walsingham Rewards Scheme with extensive discounts on everyday items.
- Exceptional training and continuing professional development opportunities.
- Long service awards.
- Recommend a friend bonus of £250.
- Access to Blue Light Card savings
We believe in creating an accessible and fair recruitment process. As part of your interview preparation, we will provide the interview questions in advance so you can feel confident and ready to showcase your skills and passion.