Location
Dagenham, Greater London | United Kingdom
Job description
Job Title: Locality Manager - Learning Disabilities Homes
Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Locality Manager to oversee the operations of seven learning disabilities homes within My clients orgiansation. The Locality Manager will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and support services to individuals with learning disabilities, promoting their independence, well-being, and overall quality of life. This role requires strong leadership, management, and interpersonal skills, as well as a deep understanding of the needs and challenges faced by individuals with learning disabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operational Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of seven learning disabilities homes, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, organizational policies, and best practices in care provision.
- Staff Leadership and Management: Recruit, train, supervise, and support a team of support staff, including care workers, nurses, and administrative personnel. Provide guidance, direction, and performance management to ensure a high standard of care delivery.
- Individualized Support Planning: Collaborate with residents, their families, and other stakeholders to develop and implement individualized support plans tailored to meet the unique needs and preferences of each resident.
- Quality Assurance: Monitor and evaluate the quality of care and support services provided, conducting regular audits, assessments, and reviews to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Health and Safety: Maintain a safe and healthy environment within the homes, implementing appropriate risk management strategies, health and safety protocols, and emergency procedures.
- Financial Management: Manage the budget for the locality, ensuring effective financial planning, resource allocation, and expenditure control in accordance with organizational guidelines.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, advocates, healthcare professionals, regulatory authorities, and other external stakeholders, representing the organization professionally and advocating for the needs of residents.
- Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives for continuous improvement in service delivery, staff development, and organizational practices, fostering a culture of learning, innovation, and excellence.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., social work, healthcare management, psychology) preferred.
- Proven experience in a managerial role within the healthcare or social care sector, preferably in services for individuals with learning disabilities.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate staff, build effective teams, and establish collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
- Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and best practices related to learning disabilities care and support.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities, with a commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize competing demands, and make sound decisions in complex situations.
- Compassion, empathy, and a genuine commitment to promoting the rights, dignity, and well-being of individuals with learning disabilities.
Additional Information:
- This is a full-time, permanent position based at the organization's headquarters with regular travel required to oversee multiple locations.
- The successful candidate will undergo background checks and other pre-employment screening procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Salary and benefits package will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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Salary
£40k per annum
