To support the Registered Service Managers and Executive Director in providing leadership throughout all aspects of the service.
To manage service provision, liaise with families and other professionals and oversee frontline staff within The Inclusion Group. Working in accordance with standards agreed with the Senior Management Team, Board of Directors, legislative requirements, relevant regulations, and in line with accepted best practice.
To deputise for the role of the Service Manager during their absence, while at all times supporting the decisions made by the Senior Management Team.
To maintain support and management skills at a current level, and undertake such training and development as may from time-to-time be required to maintain professional practice.
General Shift Leader Duties (not in any order of priority):
1. Deputise for the Registered Manager during their absence, following agreed policies, procedures and management techniques at all times.
2. Develop effective working relationships with the Registered Manager, Administrator and existing Shift Leaders.
3. Develop working relationships with staff team, service users and family members.
4. Work in a consistent manner to uphold the ethos and values of the Inclusion Group.
5. Create and uphold an open, positive and inclusive management culture in line with organisational values of Compassion, Fun, Respectful, Friendly, and Safe.
6. Participate in the development of The Service’s policies.
7. Share in the development of strategic plans for The Service.
8. Participate in evaluation of The Service against agreed organisational goals, as well as business and quality objectives.
9. Work to establish effective employer-employee relationships.
10. Participate in regular supervision and appraisal with Senior colleagues in accordance with Policy and Procedure.
11. Assist in the implementation and maintenance of the standards required by legislation related to the registration of The Service.
12. Be involved in the implementation and maintenance of The Service’s quality assurance programme. Maintaining service records and files to a high and accurate standard at all times.
13. Assist in the design and administration of an evaluation of the support standards and support service provision.
14. Systematically solve day-to-day problematical issues which arise.
15. Support the development of a work atmosphere which promotes a high quality of work life.
16. Encourage the maximisation of each service user’s potential in accordance with ordinary life principles.
17. Support the creation and maintenance culture of performance and excellence.
18. Ensure that Service Users’ rights are protected.
19. Promote and Implement the service policies and procedures.
20. Implement and maintain the standards required by legislation related to the registration of The Service.
21. Arrange or provide cover for shifts when required.
22. As part of the management team, work to ensure rotas are managed and meet the requirements of service provision.
23. Participate in ‘Duty Worker’ system, and communicate issues arising to other members of management team.
24. Participate in the management team on call rota.
Management of Children’s Service:
1. Work in cooperation with members of multi-disciplinary health teams to maximise opportunity for Service User therapeutic support.
2. Work with Service Users, Family Members and Staff to create and embed Activity Timetables conducive to the Social, Physical, Intellectual and Emotional wellbeing of the Service User.
3. Liaise with Service Users and Families to ensure arrangements for the service are clear.
4. Arrange and attend regular Service review meetings.
5. Work with the Service Manager to ensure Service Users needs are reflected on the service rota.
6. Evaluate and take part in the development of activity groups run by The Inclusion Group.
7. Read and evaluate all service documents, recording and reporting any concerns to the Registered Manager.
Professional Long-Term support Leadership:
1. Working with other Shift Leaders, deputise for the Registered Service Managers during their absence, following agreed policies, procedures and management techniques at all times.
2. Encourage innovative methods for the delivery of support.
3. Encourage health promotion within support strategies.
4. Engage in local meetings relevant to the activities of The Service.
5. Establish relationships with external agencies to develop opportunities for service users.
6. Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth and development.
7. Promote a positive image for all services provided and employment within the Organisation.
Working hours:
Nominally 17.5 hours per week. Shift Leaders are expected to maintain an on-call facility and, should work together to ensure this is covered at all times.
Remuneration:
£15.24 per hour. Sleepovers are paid at the standard rate of £12.00 per hour.
£10 per day for on call cover where out with normal working hours.
Qualifications required:
At least one years’ experience in a similar skilled role.
SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) or willingness and ability to undertake.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.00-£15.24 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 17.5 per week
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Store discount
Schedule:
* 10 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* Weekend availability
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 30/09/2024
Reference ID: KWLC0209
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