Job Title:Assistant Care Manager
Salary:£26k - £28k + Additional Bonuses Based on Excess Profit
Location:Leeds, LS17Job Purpose
Minerva Recruitment is excited to partner with our client in the search for an Assistant Care Manager. As part of the Management Team, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of a care agency, ensuring the highest possible standard of care and support for all clients. You will work in line with National Care Standards and current Company policies, playing a key role in delivering quality care based on the six core values: privacy, dignity, independence, choice, rights, and fulfilment.About the Organisation
Our client follows a client-centred approach, aiming to meet the needs and wants of individuals through clear communication and exceptional care. They are dedicated to offering more than basic care, focusing on improving the overall quality of life for clients. As Assistant Care Manager, you will help clients live their lives their way, delivering excellence through passionate care.Key Responsibilities:
Actively contribute to the growth and development of the business
Lead the development of community care practices and procedures
Ensure the efficient operation of paper-free work systems
Support the Care Manager in all operational management aspects
Oversee and support Care Coordinators and staff
Take responsibility for staff induction and ongoing support
Ensure the success of quality control systems
Maintain and improve client care provision, tailoring care plans to individual needs
Liaise with clients, relatives, and allied professionals
Assist in preparing management reports
Ensure mandatory training requirements are met for staff
Participate in the on-call system as required
Work within agreed budgets to ensure business profitability
Ensure medication is administered per company policies
Participate in life planning for clients, addressing their physical, emotional, psychological, social, and spiritual needs
Maintain accurate records and care plans for each client
Key Competencies:
Strong planning and organisational skills
Ability to manage and allocate care staff workloads effectively
Knowledge of care policies, procedures, and systems
Experience in recruitment, staff induction, and training
Strong leadership and supervision skills
Ability to manage staff and workloads in high-pressure situations
Skills and Attributes:
Excellent communication skills
Strong computer and administrative skills
Sound understanding of good care principles and care planning
Ability to handle stress and adapt to change
Empathy, patience, and warmth
Qualifications and Experience:
Completed NVQ Level 3 or above
Experience or understanding of care provision
Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle
Additional Information
This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Care Manager to join a forward-thinking, client-focused care agency. The role offers significant opportunities for career development, with the potential to progress to a Registered Care Manager position, supported by training towards achieving a NVQ Level 5 qualification.For more information, please call Emma on 01206 584170, option 2.
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