At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the care team and ensure high-quality care for residents.
- Company: Abbeyfield Living Society, a leading provider of housing and care for older people.
- Benefits: £42,000 salary, 31 days leave, career development, and various employee perks.
- Other info: Join a compassionate team dedicated to excellence and community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older people while building a rewarding career.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care or 3 years experience in a similar role.
The predicted salary is between 42000 - 42000 £ per year.
For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England.
Our work is guided by five core values – Care, Compassion, Community, Integrity and Excellence – and we are proud of the difference our teams make every day in the lives of residents, colleagues and local communities.
We are now looking for a dedicated Deputy Care Home Manager to support the team at Abbeyfield, Winnersh.
Role: Deputy Care Home Manager.
The Role of Deputy Care Home Manager
- Monitoring the resident’s nutritional and hydration needs
- Staff training
- Delivering hands-on care when required
- Create, manage and amend risk assessments, both at a strategic and operational level and to ensure that staff are following procedures
- Communicate on a regular basis with the Manager on events that occurred in their absence and stepping in to cover them where needed
- Ensure that key information is effectively communicated both within the own staff group and the client as required
- Act as a role model for all staff, demonstrating and ensuring professionalism, good manners, and customer service at all times
- Report to management on any items that need repair or maintenance and ensure these are followed up
- Staff supervision and appraisals.
Skills & Experience
- You'll need a Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent), or a minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role at management or senior level within a registered service.
- Strong working knowledge of the Heath and Social Care Act 2009 (regulated activities), CQC Registration Regulations 2009, Care Act 2014/2015.
- Ability to undertake day to day running of the home under the direction of the General Manager.
- Passionate about delivering high quality care for older people.
- Good with information technology; you'll need to use IT systems, e mail and text.
- Strong influencing and professional relationship building skills; ability to facilitate meetings or support groups.
- Strong people leadership and management skills, able to get the best out of teams.
- Experience in managing staffing budgets.
Staff benefits
- £42,000 per annum, benchmarked annually.
- 31 days paid leave, including bank/public holidays
- Comprehensive induction
- Free onsite parking
- Life Assurance
- Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution
- Learning and career development opportunities
- Occupational sick pay
- Company pension
- Discounted gym membership
- An employee assistance programme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Shop and save vouchers
- Medical cashback scheme allowing costs of medical expenses (dental, opticians and much more) to be claimed back
- Opportunity to apply for a 'Blue Light Card' offering you discounts in various shops and restaurants etc.
You can find out more about Abbeyfield Living Society and our values here: https://www. abbeyfieldliving. org. uk/about-us/
Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.
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Deputy Care Home Manager in Winnersh employer: Abbeyfield Living Society
Abbeyfield Living Society is an exceptional employer, dedicated to providing a supportive and compassionate work environment for its team members. Located in Winnersh, our care home offers a range of benefits including competitive pay, extensive leave, and opportunities for professional development, all while fostering a culture rooted in care and community. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older people and enjoy a fulfilling career with a company that values integrity and excellence.
