Deputy Manager

Come and join one of the UK’s largest providers in complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

We'd like you to join us as a Deputy Manager at our services Woodland Court and Fir Tree Lodge in Surrey.

Woodland Court is a modern Supported Living service providing care and support for up to 36 adults with complex needs. Woodland Court is set in large grounds in a tranquil part of Caterham, just a short walk from the town centre. We offer person-centred care to people to support them to become as independent as possible.

Fir Tree Lodge supports people with learning disabilities and behaviours that challenge. The Service is made up of 6 self-contained flats that are spacious and furnished to a high specification, with well equipped kitchens and a living/dining areas. The flats have been fully refurbished and renovated to meet the needs of residents who have various physical and complex needs.

What you'll be working:

• 40 Hours per week.
• The post will be split between office time and working on the floor.
• Working 5 days a week Monday to Friday.
• Working across 2 sites.
• £36,500.00 (FTE) per annum pro rata

What you'll be doing:

• Support and adhere to the home’s medication policies and procedures and maintain the necessary records to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the systems.
• Administering medicines inclusive of audits.
• To complete the medication process.
• To enhance communication and transparency of roles between the team and the RHM.
• To oversee the residents individual weekly programmes
• To oversee all aspects of the required documentation for all residents including care plans, risk assessments and audits and ensuring all are kept up to date.
• To ensure up to date knowledge of legislation, guidance and requirements, i.e. SOVA,MCA, DOLS, CQC.
• Organise Review Schedule liaising with admin for timelines.
• To be involved with and oversee the initial formulation of residents reviews and attend reviews as required.
• To be involved in external activities and meetings i.e. forum events and social networking groups for residents.
• Overseeing petty cash on a daily and weekly basis.
• Ensuring staff skill mix on each team and checking of rota in accordance with Tru Time.
• To support the RHM by taking responsibility for data input and rostering on Tru Time as required.
• Be involved in recruitment/interviewing.

What you'll have:

• Strong organisational, time management, planning and communication skills.
• Proven track record of experience in the acquired brain injury field with considerable leadership experience of managing teams.
• Must be willing to commence a level 4 diploma or hold an equivalent qualification.
• Be a forward thinking individual who is confident in their approach to internal and external parties.
• Have good time management and organisational skills.
• Must have computer skills in Excel, word, outlook and internet explorer.
• Ability to deal with problem solve in a demanding environment.
• Able to use own initiative and creativity to enhance the productivity of the home.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A Nest Personal Pension account
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

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