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Premier Recruitment Group has the privilege to recruit on behalf of our very prestigious client based in Lenham,Kent. We are recruiting for experienced and forward thinking Deputy Manager. This is full time and permanent position and working for very well established care company working in the field mental health, learning disabilities and autism.Very interesting and varied role with a scope for progression.
Main duties and responsibilities
- This position will have the responsibility of working with the manager in offering a professional, flexible service.
- To supervise and lead a team of support workers to enable our service users to lead as fulfilling and satisfying a life as they possibly can
- To act as a role model for staff, so that they are encouraged to understand the people you are support
- To offer regular supervision to all staff
- To be actively engaged with service users and staff, continuously seeking opportunities for improvements to service users lifestyles and staffs skills and commitment to achieve this
- To participate in the day-to-day implementation of individual support plans and activities within a challenging environment
- To maintain effective communication and liaison with service users, families and other whilst respecting appropriate confidentiality
- To maintain accurate notes and records as and when required
- To work as part of a team to provide high quality care
Personal Characteristics
- Diploma in Health and Social Care NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent or be willing to work towards one.
- Experience in supporting adults with challenging behaviour, learning disabilities and/or mental health issues.
- The ability to keep calm under pressure.
- The confidence to work alone or as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills
- The passion to work with vulnerable adults
- The desire and commitment to achieve high standards of safeguarding.
Benefits
- 37.5 hours per week
- 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
- Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Full induction programme to Care Certificate Standards
- DBS check.
- Free Employee Assistance Programme
- Carer progression within the company.
If interested please apply or contact Tom Kurczab at Premier Recruitment Group.
