The starting salary for this role is £35,730 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. The role is a 12-month Fixed Term contract/Secondment opportunity. Please be aware that unfortunately this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time. Are you an experienced team leader or supervisor in a Supported Living services, looking to progress into a management role? We are recruiting an Assistant Team Manager to work for our Supported Living services for adults with learning disabilities at Rodney Place in Walton On Thames. Rewards And Benefits 26 days’ holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years’ service Annual leave allowance Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer’s leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About The Team Our Supported Living homes for adults with learning difficulties are inspected on a regular basis and we are very proud of the quality of our services for adults within Surrey. We have invested in our homes and staff and plan to continue this in order to achieve and sustain a service that is ambitious, innovative and responsive to the needs of service users within our care. About The Role As Assistant Team Manager, you will support the Home Manager to deliver a front line, person-centred care service, seven days a week, 24 hours a day including bank holidays and evenings. You will work with the Home Manager to ensure that high quality care is delivered in accordance with Care Quality Commission standards and current legislation. You’ll also assist the Home Manager with all operational human resource issues, ensure staff in the team undertake essential training for their role, ensure that people receiving services have up-to-date assessments and that their needs are met in accordance with their individual support plan, and systematically review the quality of care provided in the residential home. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: A diploma in Management of Care or relevant qualification A sound knowledge of relevant standards and legislation in relation to the service Experience of staff supervision and the ability to nurture staff through change The ability to manage complex rotas The ability to work on own initiative, responding flexibly to changing priorities and maintaining accuracy and attention to detail Effective written and verbal communication skills including the ability to write clear reports. This role is based in Service Delivery, which is the provider arm of the Health, Wellbeing and Adult Social Care directorate. Service Delivery provides direct care to individuals living in their own homes and in-house establishments across the county. The service is registered with the Quality Care Commission (CQC) and works in accordance with good practice guidance and standards. Our Vision is to provide outstanding services and be an employer of choice with highly trained, passionate and dedicated staff. Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Bibi Jaufaraully by email on Bibi.jaufaraullysurreycc.gov.uk. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 15/09/2024, although applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the advert may close earlier if an appointment is made. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Values Our values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Discover more about our values. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description. Our Life at Surrey handbook also attached provides insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.