Locality Manager
| Posting date: | 26 April 2024 |
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| Salary: | £37,582.13 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 May 2024 |
| Location: | Yeovil, BA20 1UJ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Discovery |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | DS03782 |
Summary
Join our team at Discovery, where we're dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism in Somerset. Proudly recognised by the Great Places To Work Programme for the third consecutive year in 2024, we're seeking an enthusiastic manager ready to take the next step with a leading not-for-profit learning disability provider in Somerset. If you're a dedicated, inspirational leader seeking an exciting challenge, then this opportunity as a Locality Manager in Yeovil might be perfect for you.
As a Locality Manager, you will:
- Ensure the delivery of personalised support that aligns with the unique needs, desires, and aspirations of the individuals we support, through regularly reviewed and implemented person-centered care plans and health action plans.
- Safeguard the health and wellbeing of those we support, adhering to CQC Guidelines and Discovery's policies.
- Conduct effective risk assessments and emergency plans to maintain the safety of individuals.
- Ensure your team is well-trained and motivated to provide high-quality support.
- Ensure compliance with organisational, statutory requirements, and CQC Guidelines, along with maintaining standards, policies, and procedures.
- Handle complaints in accordance with established policies.
- Manage the budget and finances for the locality, contributing to organisational growth.
- Foster local connections and partnerships to facilitate the involvement and engagement of the individuals we support within their community.
Qualifications and qualities we're looking for:
- A robust background in working with adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
- Current knowledge of the personalisation agenda and Active Support model.
- Completion of, or eagerness to undertake, Management Development training.
- Excellent communication skills, with a focus on mentoring and motivating your team to deliver person-centered support.
- Strong organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise tasks, delegate effectively, and meet deadlines.
- Customer-focused mindset, attentive to the needs of both internal and external stakeholders, from the individuals we support to your team and other organizational members.
If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities or autism and possess the skills and qualities outlined above, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in our mission to create a brighter future for those we support in Somerset.
Why join us?
Discovery are committed to developing skills and rewarding our staff. We offer:
- A salary of £37,582.13 per annum (based on 37.5 hrs per week)
- 30 days' annual leave entitlement (including bank holidays)
- Access to discounts on high street shopping, cinema tickets and meals out
- We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension scheme
- Life Assurance
Who we are
Discovery exists to help each person we support to live a fulfilling life, to be equal in society and to be active in his or her local community. That's a big deal. It means being able to have choice and control in life. It means choosing to go out or to stay in, making friends and having relationships, finding and developing skills and interests. It also means managing a home, voting, staying healthy and being able to pursue employment or volunteering opportunities. If you think you can help the people we support get more from life, we want to hear from you.
Apply now:
So if you would like to be a part of our team and if you feel that your values match ours, please apply by clicking the button below - upload your CV and we will be in touch. You could soon be making a positive difference every day.
If you want more information or just an informal chat about Discovery and the roles we have available - please contact our friendly Resourcing Team on 0300 303 9150 or drop us an email at applynow@discovery-uk.org
This role requires an enhanced DBS Disclosure, which will be obtained for you by Discovery.
Discovery is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. Discovery are Disability Confident Committed and we guarantee to interview all applicants who let us know they have a disability and meet the minimum essential criteria for this role. Discovery has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees. As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150 or email applynow@discovery-uk.org
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