Job summary The States of Guernsey is looking for a Deputy Manager to join their team as part of Children and Family Community Services. You will be responsible for delivering a high standard of care to the Short Break Service, offering bespoke packages of care for children with varying disabilities, acting as as a role model to less experienced staff (registered and unregistered) and participate in the development of the service. You will deliver individualised care based on principles of best practice, through developing a theoretical knowledge base for the care of children with varying physical and learning difficulties. Main duties of the job Undertake the assessment of service users with complex care needs. Develop, implement, and evaluate programmes of care to meet these needs. Guide, advise and direct other staff in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care received by service users. Initiate risk assessment processes to determine risks to the health and well-being of service users with complex care needs, taking relevant action to minimise these risks. Lead a team of staff in emergency acute situations, ensuring that the service users needs are met and that significant others are supported. Utilise information and data from a range of sources to identify service users needs and to guide decision-making processes. Act in accordance with the standards, codes and guidelines laid down by the post holders regulatory body. Promote service user involvement in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of care, respecting their wishes, beliefs and dignity. Independently liaise and communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team and other agencies involved in the care of the service user. Assist the service user to safeguard their valuables and personal monies in accordance with their life plan and organisational policy and guidelines. About us The Island of Guernsey is in the English Channel in the Bay of St Malo, 50km off the north-west coast of France and 120km from the English coast. Guernsey has a population of around 63,000 and in Alderney just under 2,000. Working in a relatively small Health and Social Care Service like ours means you can effectively work with colleagues across the services, health and social care professionals can collaborate not only with each other but also other agencies, the third sector and the community. We offer an attractive relocation policy and competitive salaries with great career opportunities, modern facilities, excellent training, revalidation and registration support and a healthy work-life balance. As a health or social care professional who chooses to join our team, you can look forward to working in an environment that gives you the time to care that you hoped for when choosing this career. Date posted 13 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £46,152 to £62,310 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number K0005-25-0033 Job locations Princess Elizabeth Hospital Le Vauquiedor St. Martin Guernsey GY4 6UU Job description Job responsibilities TRAINING AND EDUCATION: Take a lead in the promotion of the health and well-being of service users and their significant others, ensuring that health promotion is incorporated in the planning and delivery of care. Act as a supervisor to staff working within the area. Act as a mentor/preceptor/supervisor to students and other learners. Promote an environment that is conducive to quality learning and assessment. Develop programmes of learning to meet the educational needs of all staff working within the care setting. Maintain own continuing professional development needs. The post holder should be willing towards achieving graduate status. Develop and maintain competence in the additional skills related to the needs of the clients and patients. Undertake in-house annual mandatory training in that is deemed essential to the role. LEADERSHIP/MANAGERIAL: Contribute to the recruitment and retention of team members. Co-ordinate a team of staff, ensuring that clear systems of communication are developed within the team and any work-related issues raised by the team are addressed. Ensure team members are aware of organisational objectives, policies and procedures and the implications they have for their practice. Undertake the professional development review process with identified team members. Support staff with performance issues developing action plans to address developmental needs. Act as a professional role model for junior staff, promoting high standards of practice and strong professional values. Assist with roster planning for the practice area. Liaise with the Home Manager on all general administration and operational matters and participate in the management of budgets as delegated by the Home Manager. Participate in the preparation and implementation of the annual business plan, as delegated by the Home Manager. COMMUNICATION: Communicate effectively with service users and their significant others, taking into account their cultural background and cognitive functioning. Communicate clearly with all members of the multidisciplinary team, demonstrating sensitivity to cultural and language differences. Manage conflict between individuals, including staff, service users and their significant others. Act as an advocate for service users, significant others and more junior staff members. Ensure written communication complies with organisational and professional standards. AUDIT/INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESEARCH ACTIVITY: In conjunction with the audit department, initiate and undertake clinical audits to monitor and maintain standards of practice. Utilise the critical incident reporting system to document actual or potential risks impacting on the quality of patient care. Actively promote evidence based practice in own and the practice of other members of staff involved in the care of the service user. Take a professional lead in the development of practice, ensuring that new initiatives are incorporated within the working practices of all staff. With training, access organisational electronic information systems relevant to the role. REVALIDATION: In accordance with States of Guernsey legislation and the HSC procedure the Registration of Health and Social Care Professionals (COR001), all nurses and midwives who are States of Guernsey employees, contractors, agency workers or in any other capacity are practicing as a nurse or midwife are required to have effective registration with the (UK) Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC). Social Work England (SWE). To maintain effective registration with the NMC, SWE you must adhere to the Council's requirements for Revalidation. You must proactively manage all aspects of your Revalidation requirements including keeping an up-to-date portfolio and proactively seeking out opportunities for reflection, continuing education, and professional growth. You must be initiative-taking and cooperative in the appraisal and confirmer processes. You must assist colleagues with relevant aspects of their Revalidation. This includes but is not limited to teaching, providing support and opportunities for Facilitated Reflective Practice, participating in professional discussions, and providing constructive feedback. Depending on your level of experience and seniority the organisation may also require you to act as a Confirmer. If you are unable to meet any aspect of the Revalidation requirements or this element of your Job Description or you require additional support, it is your responsibility to escalate this immediately to an appropriate senior nurse or midwife. Job description Job responsibilities TRAINING AND EDUCATION: Take a lead in the promotion of the health and well-being of service users and their significant others, ensuring that health promotion is incorporated in the planning and delivery of care. Act as a supervisor to staff working within the area. Act as a mentor/preceptor/supervisor to students and other learners. Promote an environment that is conducive to quality learning and assessment. Develop programmes of learning to meet the educational needs of all staff working within the care setting. Maintain own continuing professional development needs. The post holder should be willing towards achieving graduate status. Develop and maintain competence in the additional skills related to the needs of the clients and patients. Undertake in-house annual mandatory training in that is deemed essential to the role. LEADERSHIP/MANAGERIAL: Contribute to the recruitment and retention of team members. Co-ordinate a team of staff, ensuring that clear systems of communication are developed within the team and any work-related issues raised by the team are addressed. Ensure team members are aware of organisational objectives, policies and procedures and the implications they have for their practice. Undertake the professional development review process with identified team members. Support staff with performance issues developing action plans to address developmental needs. Act as a professional role model for junior staff, promoting high standards of practice and strong professional values. Assist with roster planning for the practice area. Liaise with the Home Manager on all general administration and operational matters and participate in the management of budgets as delegated by the Home Manager. Participate in the preparation and implementation of the annual business plan, as delegated by the Home Manager. COMMUNICATION: Communicate effectively with service users and their significant others, taking into account their cultural background and cognitive functioning. Communicate clearly with all members of the multidisciplinary team, demonstrating sensitivity to cultural and language differences. Manage conflict between individuals, including staff, service users and their significant others. Act as an advocate for service users, significant others and more junior staff members. Ensure written communication complies with organisational and professional standards. AUDIT/INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESEARCH ACTIVITY: In conjunction with the audit department, initiate and undertake clinical audits to monitor and maintain standards of practice. Utilise the critical incident reporting system to document actual or potential risks impacting on the quality of patient care. Actively promote evidence based practice in own and the practice of other members of staff involved in the care of the service user. Take a professional lead in the development of practice, ensuring that new initiatives are incorporated within the working practices of all staff. With training, access organisational electronic information systems relevant to the role. REVALIDATION: In accordance with States of Guernsey legislation and the HSC procedure the Registration of Health and Social Care Professionals (COR001), all nurses and midwives who are States of Guernsey employees, contractors, agency workers or in any other capacity are practicing as a nurse or midwife are required to have effective registration with the (UK) Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC). Social Work England (SWE). To maintain effective registration with the NMC, SWE you must adhere to the Council's requirements for Revalidation. You must proactively manage all aspects of your Revalidation requirements including keeping an up-to-date portfolio and proactively seeking out opportunities for reflection, continuing education, and professional growth. You must be initiative-taking and cooperative in the appraisal and confirmer processes. You must assist colleagues with relevant aspects of their Revalidation. This includes but is not limited to teaching, providing support and opportunities for Facilitated Reflective Practice, participating in professional discussions, and providing constructive feedback. Depending on your level of experience and seniority the organisation may also require you to act as a Confirmer. If you are unable to meet any aspect of the Revalidation requirements or this element of your Job Description or you require additional support, it is your responsibility to escalate this immediately to an appropriate senior nurse or midwife. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse, Registered Social worker. Evidence of CPD at Diploma/Degree Level. Desirable Teaching / Mentoring Qualification. Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement or equivalent (D32/33, NVQ A1). Diploma in a related field. BTEC assessor in positive behavioural support. Experience Essential Experience of working with children with learning disability. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse, Registered Social worker. Evidence of CPD at Diploma/Degree Level. Desirable Teaching / Mentoring Qualification. Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement or equivalent (D32/33, NVQ A1). Diploma in a related field. BTEC assessor in positive behavioural support. Experience Essential Experience of working with children with learning disability. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name States of Guernsey Address Princess Elizabeth Hospital Le Vauquiedor St. Martin Guernsey GY4 6UU Employer's website https://www.gov.gg/ (Opens in a new tab)