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JOB ROLE: Deputy Care Home Manager

LOCATION: Newport, Gwent (NP20)

SALARY:  £14.80 - £16.20* per hour

Accomplish Group are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Deputy Care Home Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will assist the Care Home Manager in the daily operations of our care home, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and support to our residents

About Woodside:

At Woodside Cottage we offer bespoke support and enablement for eight people who, in addition to their Learning Disability, have additional support needs associated with Autism, an Acquired Brain Injury, Prada Willie Syndrome, complex health needs or physical disabilities. We encourage and motivate each person to feel good about themselves. We support people to gain confidence and do the things that are important to them and ultimately to lead happy and fulfilled lives. We encourage everybody to have a voice about what matters in their lives and our support is focussed on ensuring that their voice is heard about every aspect of their lives.

The Elms is separate to the main house and has two studio apartments. Our studio apartments offer a clear progression pathway. The pathway offers an opportunity for self-development and maximum personal growth, regardless of complex health and social care needs. The studio apartments provide a private space for staff to enable skill development or coaching sessions. People can trial independence in a setting which has 24 hour staffing available, to assist with development of their life skills. We feel that The Elms enables people who want to live more independently, take those first steps to greater independence within a safe, risk managed environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Care Home Manager in the overall management of the facility, including staff management, resident care, and administrative tasks.
• Assist in the recruitment, training, and supervision of care staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
• Oversee the assessment, care planning, and implementation of care plans for residents, ensuring their individual needs and preferences are met.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of care provided, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including resident files, staff rosters, and financial documents.
• Act as a point of contact for residents, families, and external stakeholders, addressing any concerns or inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and company policies, promoting a safe and supportive environment for residents and staff.
• Participate in regular meetings and training sessions, contributing to the continuous professional development of the team.

We are looking for a Deputy Manager who has:

• Proven experience in a similar role within the healthcare or social care sector.
• A relevant qualification in health or social care (e.g., NVQ Level 3, Diploma in Health and Social Care).
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• A compassionate and caring attitude towards residents, families, and colleagues.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations, including CQC standards.
• IT proficiency, including experience with care management systems.

Why join us:

• Annual leave - 5.6 weeks holiday per year
• DBS Check – We cover the cost of your DBS check and further renewals
• Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
• Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance – via our Employee Assistance Program though an online portal or over the telephone
• Regular Team Meetings – Include and contribute your ideas towards the progression of the service and have your voice heard
• Supportive Management - Regular supervisions and appraisals to ensure you are enjoying your role with us
• Qualifications – We can support you to obtain a range of QCF’s opening up further career opportunities
• Paid Induction and Training – Get paid to enrol in our sector leading training and level up your career.
• Amazing Discount Scheme - at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
• Real Progression Opportunity’s – Let us invest in you and excel in your career

If you're ready to join a team where every day is an adventure and every moment is an opportunity to make a difference, we want to hear from you. Send us your CV and a cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for this exciting role

Keys Group brings together three of the UK’s leading and longest-established providers of specialist education, care and activities; Accomplish, Keys and Peak. The organisation provides specialist support and education for more than 2,000 children, young people, adults and families in services and schools across England and Wales.

Specialist residential and supported living services for adults with a learning disability, autism, mental health needs and acquired brain injury are provided throughout England and Wales by Accomplish.

Keys offers education and care services for children, young people and families across England and Wales through its specialist schools, residential children’s homes, activity and intervention and leaving care services, adult resource centre and family assessment centres.

Activities are offered by Peak through its seven specialist adventure centres including water sports, treetop and climbing centres, across England.

Keys Group are very proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant that means we have made a commitment to welcoming service personnel, veterans and military families into the group. We are delighted to have veteran friendly policies, offer a Veterans Peer Support Network within our teams and are able to offer Military Awareness and support to our colleagues.

As part of our commitment, we will offer a guaranteed interview to current and former service personnel providing that they meet the criteria of the role that they are applying for. If you feel that you meet the criteria for this, please ensure that you have your military experience detailed on your CV for one of our resourcing team to get in touch

Apply now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss how you can begin your rewarding career - No agencies please

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18

*Dependant on experience and qualifications

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