Leicestershire County Care Ltd has been successfully running Residential Care Homes within the Midlands area for over 10 years. The foundation of this company is built on providing a safe and homely atmosphere where residents have the ability to live their lives in a nourishing and supportive environment which promotes their independence.
We are currently seeking a Deputy Manager at our care home Lenthall House. The home caters for residential, respite and dementia care.
The ideal applicant should have NVQ level 3 and be working towards NVQ Level 5 and have experience at senior level of running a care home, minimum 2+ years.
Daily duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Deputising for the Home Manager during period of absence
- Allocation of staff and Home Management support
- Documentation; Care Plans, Supervisions and Personal Checklists
- Ensure training targets are met and the team is competent in their roles.
- Lead, manage, support and inspire the team to deliver outcomes for the home
- Take responsibility for the supervision, appraisal and performance of the team, supporting them to achieve their potential.
- Lead the home to ensure they are aligned with the Leicestershire County Care Ltd vision.
Skills and knowledge:
- Strong leadership skills
- Ensuring that all regulatory and statutory requirements are met and company policies and procedures are adhered to
- Ensuring any requirements from internal and external audits are actioned within the timescales required.
Requirements:
- NVQ level 3 (working towards level 5)
- First Aid
- Good numeric and literacy skill
- Caring attitude
- Good communication skills
- A strong team worker
- Supportive and patient
- Reliable and punctual
- Driving Licence
What we can offer you?
- Great career development opportunity and ongoing support
- Paid 28 annual leave days
- Reliable contracted hours
- Company funded qualification for the staff (subject to eligibility)
- National Employment Saving Trust pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Blue Light Card
- Access to Company Shop Group
Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced disclosure, the expense will be met by the applicant. The employer has claimed an exemption under the Equality Act 2010.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £31,500.00 per year
Work Location: In person
