Manager
Work with Walsingham and make a real difference to people's lives
Walsingham Support has been operating across England and Wales since 1986. We enhance the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism and other complex needs. We're different because we pride ourselves in putting the people we support at the centre of everything we do. We do this by delivering specifically tailored support for every individual we work with.
• As a valued member of our team, each of us is there to help deliver the quality-of-life people with disabilities deserve. By doing so, we will be supporting our service users to reach their full potential.
• As a Manager you will help to ensure that Walsingham Support's care is of high quality and person-centred and you will help to ensure that care is tailored to the needs of each individual and based on their lifestyle.
• Managers in our services ensure a high quality and well maintained environment for those we support.
• Each team is expected to work from a care plan, providing help with day to day living tasks. This might include personal care, meal preparation, housekeeping, providing emotional support, social interaction and visits to activities in their communities.
We really care about our staff and offer a wide range of benefits to each Manager:
• Favourable working hours, including part-time roles and bank positions.
• 28 days annual leave (20 days leave + 8 days bank holidays), rising up to 38 days depending on length of service.
• Double pay if you work on bank holidays.
• Pension scheme contributions.
• We can support you to develop in your chosen career field and gain professional qualifications through our apprenticeship offer
• Life assurance equal to three times your salary.
• Bereavement helpline.
• Employee Assistance Programme supplied by HealthAssured
• Walsingham Rewards Scheme with extensive discounts on everyday items.
• Exceptional training and continuing professional development opportunities.
• Long service awards.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Outstanding work bonus payments.
• Recommend a friend bonus of £250.
• Access to Blue Light Card savings
This is a wonderfully varied role where you will build genuine relationships with the people you care for and your staff team.
Why work for us
Working for Walsingham Support is a fulfilling and rewarding experience for several reasons. Here are some potential benefits of working for the charity:
• Sense of Purpose: Knowing that your efforts contribute to improving the lives of others, especially those in need, can be highly fulfilling.
• Making a Difference: Working for Walsingham allows you to actively contribute to positive change and make a tangible impact on the lives of individuals and communities.
• Personal Growth: Working for Walsingham can provide numerous opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Emotional Rewards: While the work can be emotionally challenging at times, many find the emotional rewards of helping others to be deeply satisfying. Witnessing positive changes in the lives of those the charity serves can be a powerful motivator.
• Alignment with Personal Values: If you are passionate about a social care or social issues, working for Walsingham Support will align with your values and allow you to actively contribute to addressing that issue.
At Walsingham Support, our staff teams are the linchpin of our organisation and they are passionate about our ambition. We work in an equal and diverse society in which people with disabilities are citizens in their own right. We support them so that they can reach their own potential.
We recruit people to our services based on these values and traits:
• Empathy: The ability to understand and share the feelings of others is crucial in providing compassionate care.
• Respect: Treating all individuals with dignity and respect, regardless of their background, abilities, or circumstances.
• Compassion: A genuine concern for the well-being of others.
• Integrity: Maintaining high ethical standards, honesty, and trustworthiness in all interactions.
• Professionalism: Conducting oneself in a manner that upholds the values of the profession and maintains the confidence of those receiving care.
• Patience: Social care workers often deal with challenging situations and individuals, so patience is vital in maintaining a positive and helpful attitude.
• Resilience: The ability to bounce back from difficult situations and maintain a positive attitude in the face of adversity.
• Good communication skills: Effective communication is essential for building relationships with those in your care and their families.
• Active listening: The ability to listen attentively to what others are saying, understand their needs, and provide appropriate support.
• Cultural sensitivity: Being aware of and respecting the cultural differences and needs of the people you work with.
• Flexibility: Being adaptable and open to change in a dynamic field where needs and circumstances can evolve rapidly.
• Advocacy: Standing up for the rights and best interests of individuals in your care, especially when they may not be able to do so themselves.
• Teamwork: Collaborating effectively with other professionals and support staff to ensure the best possible care for clients.
• Self-care: Recognising the importance of taking care of your own physical and emotional well-being to prevent burnout and provide the best care possible.
• Knowledge and continuous learning: Keeping up-to-date with the latest research, best practices, and changes in the field of social care to provide the highest quality support.
• Problem-solving: Finding practical solutions to address challenges and improve the quality of care and support.