Job Description

We are seeking an experienced registered care home manager who possesses a strong working knowledge of adult social care and the requirements of the Care Quality Commission to oversee the delivery of high quality care to approximately 34 clients.

Hours per week: Full-time - 40 hours per week within the hours of 9am-5pm Monday to Friday.

Reports to: Director.

Salary: 45,000

Duties and responsibilities Key responsibilities - Efficiently manage the day-to-day delivery of the care home - Manage all aspects of the staff team - Effectively communicate information and instructions to staff and residents - Manage and coordinate the delivery of staff training and development - Provide leadership to ensure staff are clear about their duties and responsibilities

Care-specific responsibilities - Responsible for the safe delivery and accurate recording of care in line with legislation, the CQC, and our company policies - Manage and update company policies in collaboration with senior management - Keep up to date with best practice in social care and apply this knowledge to your work - Understand and monitor health and safety in the workplace - Lead on infection prevention and control - Manage and coordinate quality assurance - Be prepared to work flexibly to ensure the safe delivery of the service Client management - Promote the interests of our clients and provide a person-centred service - Assess prospective clients to determine whether their needs a can be met at Serene House - Communicate effectively with clients, their families and representatives, staff and other health and social care professionals to deliver the best possible care - Maintain confidentiality for clients, their families and our employees - Manage and coordinate client quality assurance in collaboration with senior management Leading and managing staff -Ensure safe recruitment practices are followed and that new staff receive a robust and supportive induction. Manage and coordinate training for all staff in collaboration with senior management - Manage staffing levels to ensure sufficient numbers of suitably qualified staff - Effectively manage your staff providing information, guidance and on-going supervision - Implement the company policies in relation to absence, disciplinary and grievance matters - Ensure all emergency on-call issues are dealt with effectively when care workers are sick or unexpectedly absent at short notice - Take an equal share of the on-call responsibilities during evenings and weekends. Representing the company - Attend relevant network meetings, workshops, conferences etc. - Embed the company ethos of high quality person-centred dignified care in all your work - Seek out and implement industry initiatives ) - Contribute ideas and items to the company's social media accounts This list of duties is not exhaustive and you will likely be required to undertake additional ad hoc duties for which any required or relevant training will be provided. Person specification The person specification is a collection of skills, knowledge and experience required to carry out this role. We will use the essential criteria to select suitable applicants for this post. Essential Personal attributes - Caring and compassionate towards people in need of care and support - Commitment to the values of respect, dignity, equality, privacy and non-discriminatory care practice, promoting the rights of people and their independence - Self-motivated, proactive and keen to learn - Willing to seek guidance when needed and follow instructions - Excellent time management and reliability - Professional manner and appearance Knowledge and understanding of: - the needs of people who require care and support at home - best practice with regard to providing high quality person-centred care, care for people with dementia, and end of life care - the regulatory responsibilities of a Registered Manager - the law and regulations relating to residential care services - confidentiality in relation to clients, staff and the Company - risk assessments - recognising abuse and following safeguarding procedures Experience, skills and qualifications - NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care or equivalent- Effective communication skills. Experience of building positive working relationships with clients, their families, staff and other health and social care professionals - Experience in the delivery of social care in a dignified and respectful manner that promotes independence, choice and privacy of the client - Experienced user of Microsoft Office, and the Internet. - Administrative skills and computer literacy with strong focus on attention to detail and accuracy - Experience of managing and developing an effective staff team including recruitment, training, supporting and supervising staff - Ability to plan, organise and prioritise your workload and your team's workload effectively to meet deadlines - Experience of working collaboratively as part of a team Additional requirements - Willingness to work flexibly and to keep knowledge and skills up to date - Full driving licence with no more than three points - Transferable DBS would be a bonus- Previous experience as a Registered Manager for residential care services - Knowledge of Log My Care software - Local geographic knowledge of Kirklees and the surrounding areas Employment is conditional on receipt of a satisfactory DBS, two references from your most recent employment, proof of qualifications and successful registration with the Care Quality Commission.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 45,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Performance bonus
Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Dewsbury: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

Registered Manager: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person