Deputy Residential Care Manager

Hours: Full Time (40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends)

About The Lodge Trust CIO: The Lodge Trust CIO is a Christian organisation dedicated to providing compassionate care and support for adults with learning disabilities. Our aim is to create a warm, safe, and nurturing environment where our residents can reach their full potential. We are seeking a committed and dynamic individual to join our team as a Deputy Residential Care Manager. If you are passionate about social care and align with our Christian values, this could be the ideal role for you.

Role Overview: As a Deputy Residential Care Manager, you will collaborate closely with the Residential Manager and the Deputy Manager team to oversee the daily operations of our residential services. Your leadership will be key in managing one of our two residential teams, ensuring the highest standards of care are consistently met. This role includes acting as the weekend duty manager on a rotating basis, providing crucial support to both staff and residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Resident Care: Oversee the comprehensive support needs of residents, ensuring their physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
• Team Management: Lead and manage a dedicated team of care staff, ensuring consistency and high-quality care delivery.
• Operational Support: Assist in the smooth running of the residential site, including covering staff absences and providing hands-on care as needed.
• Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with Care Standards and statutory requirements, maintaining detailed records and reports.
• Emergency Response: Act as the onsite and telephone back-up manager on a rota basis, addressing emergencies and operational challenges as they arise.

What We Offer:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy five weeks of holiday plus Bank Holidays – because we know you deserve a break!
• Pension Perks: Secure your future with our company pension scheme.
• Healthcare Support: Access our healthcare scheme to keep you and your family in top condition.
• Employee Discounts: Benefit from our employee discount programme.
• Free Parking: No need to worry about parking fees – we’ve got it covered.
• Referral Programme: Recommend a friend for a role and get rewarded!
• Long Service Benefits: Stay with us, and we’ll reward your loyalty with increased holiday allowances.
• Career Growth: We’re committed to your development! With us, you’ll have opportunities to grow and advance your career in social care.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Essential: Level 4 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards it).
• Experience: Proven experience in managing teams within a learning disability setting, with the ability to manage pressure and make informed decisions.
• Skills: Strong leadership, administrative, and communication skills, with a commitment to promoting the Christian ethos of our organisation.

How to Apply: If you feel called to make a positive impact in the lives of adults with learning disabilities, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a covering letter detailing your qualifications and experience to HR@lodgetrust.org.uk

Join us in our mission to provide outstanding care and support to those who need it most. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

The Lodge Trust CIO is an equal opportunity employer and a non-smoking, non-vaping organisation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,333.00-£32,146.00 per year

Application question(s):

• Do you have knowledge of Care Standards and the Single Assessment Framework?

Education:

• Certificate of Higher Education (required)

Experience:

• Care and Support: 2 years (required)
• Learning Disability: 1 year (required)
• Working in an appropriate field of Learning Disability: 1 year (required)
• Supervising or leading a team: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)
• NVQ Level 4 Health & Social Care (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person