Niamz Companions Care at Home
Hours: Variable during the pre-registration phase, with the opportunity to transition into a permanent full-time role following successful Care Inspectorate registration.
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience (to be discussed)
Niamz Companions currently provides high-quality companionship and wellbeing support services, helping people to remain independent and connected within their communities. We are now progressing through the Care Inspectorate registration process to establish Niamz Companions Care at Home as a regulated care service in Scotland. We are seeking an experienced, motivated and compassionate Proposed Registered Manager to join us at this exciting stage and play a key role in shaping the future of our organisation.
About the Role
Working closely with the Director, you will support both the day-to-day operation of our companionship service and the Care Inspectorate registration process. During the pre-registration phase, the role will be offered on variable hours, supporting governance, quality assurance, compliance, recruitment, staff development and operational readiness.
Following successful Care Inspectorate registration, the role is expected to transition into a permanent Registered Manager position, leading the regulated Care at Home service.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Care Inspectorate registration process.
- Ensure compliance with the Health and Social Care Standards and all relevant legislation.
- Develop, review and implement policies, procedures and quality assurance systems.
- Support recruitment, induction, supervision and development of staff.
- Promote a positive culture centred on dignity, independence, respect and person-centred care.
- Maintain effective safeguarding, governance and risk management practices.
- Build positive relationships with service users, families, professionals and partner organisations.
- Support business development and service growth.
- Participate in on-call responsibilities as required following registration.
Please note: The duties and responsibilities listed above are not exhaustive. The successful candidate may be required to undertake other duties that are reasonably consistent with the role and the needs of the service.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
- SVQ Level 4 in Health and Social Care (Care Services Leadership and Management), or another qualification that meets Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) registration requirements.
- Registered with the SSSC or eligible for registration.
- Previous management or deputy management experience within a Care at Home or social care setting.
- Good knowledge of Care Inspectorate requirements, the Health and Social Care Standards and Scottish social care legislation.
- Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.
- Strong IT skills and experience using digital care management systems.
Essential Requirements
- Full UK driving licence.
- Access to your own vehicle for business use.
- Right to work in the UK.
- Willingness to undergo a PVG check.
- Flexible approach to working hours during the pre-registration phase.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to help establish and lead a new Care at Home service from the ground up.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Flexible working during the pre-registration phase.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- The opportunity to become the Registered Manager following successful Care Inspectorate registration.
- The chance to make a meaningful difference to people's lives while helping shape the future of an ambitious and growing organisation.
If you are passionate about delivering outstanding, person-centred care and would like to play a key role in developing an innovative Care at Home service, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Application question(s):
- Have you read and understood the requirements?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Moodiesburn (North Lanarkshire, Scotland)
