Employer: TEMPLEWOOD RECRUITMENT LTD
Salary: £45,000 – £47,000 per annum
Date Added: 28/10/2023
Job Description: Area Manager
Reporting into the Operations Manager, the Area Manager is responsible for delivering Service User centred care; through the efficient operational management of a small cluster of Mental Health Crisis Centre’s (typically 6 six service users in each home) and staff (including Line Managers) allocated to them; in accordance with company processes and procedures.
Summary of Benefits:
Circa £45k, dependent upon experience
28 days annual leave (inc paid public holidays)
Company Contributory Pension Scheme
Full expensed company mobile phone for business use
Company laptop with full VPN access
Mileage paid for business use
Car business insurance paid
Free on-site car parking
Blue Light Card Benefits scheme – offering a range of discounts on retailers, supermarkets, UK attractions and restaurants.
Key Features of role: The Service Manager will be specifically responsible for
– Provision of direct management of Home Manager’s and indirect supervision to the Operations Team
– Ensuring the maximisation of Service User interests by liaising with internal and external stakeholders
– Completing a regular case review, development and implementation of a person centred care plan for Service Users
– Implementation and monitoring of safeguarding the rights and dignity of Service Users
– Supporting the managers to ensure the effective management and control of Service User financials and house budgets
– Performance management of the Operations Team to maximise management and staff performance and assure compliance with company procedures
– Conduct training needs analysis for operational staff and work with HR and Training to co-ordinate the delivery of training and development to maximise competence in their job role
– Support staff with developing and implementing staff-rotas, ensuring that appropriate staff cover is available to Service Users
– Attending and actively participating in internal management reviews and external forums
– Accomplishing self-audits and pro-actively engage in external compliance audits
– Enhancing current operations through creating a culture of continuous improvement
Qualifications – The following qualification, skills and experience are required for this role:
- Preference for NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management in Social Care (or equivalent), with a minimum of two years’ experience at Service Manager/ Regional Manager within a Mental Health Crisis care setting; and
- Competence in the use of Microsoft Office and Internet applications
- Strong English spoken, listening, writing, communication and presentation skills
- Strong administration skills
- Full driving licence and use of own car for general business use
This role offers security, stability and a dynamic working environment, with plenty of scope for career development and progression. Please apply now for immediate consideration.
Application Deadline: 24/02/2024
Contract Type: Permanent
Submitted Applications: 6