Locality Manager - Social Care

We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for a Locality Manager to join our existing team in the north east, to support the area with its continued growth and development.

Potens operate a range of services including residential care and supported living provision across the area. We are continuing to develop and provide services in line with changing commissioning needs and are looking for a motivated and driven Locality Manager to support the leadership offer across the region in partnership with the Area Managers.

This post is fluid across many areas and no two days will be the same with your role consisting of quality audits, development planning and much more!  The Locality Manager will be expected to travel between services to maintain a high standard of care at all times.

Apply today for a chat with our Regional Director or Area Manager and find out more about this exciting new opportunity.

Closing date: August 31^st but may close sooner should a suitable candidate be found.

Applicants must have their own transport and driving licence.

What we’ll give you:

We will ensure you are rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• £34,000- £36,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• 40 hours per week.
• Mileage paid at 45p per mile.
• 25 days + 8 bank holidays paid each year.
• An extra day paid holiday for your Birthday.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Confidential, supportive Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/7.
• Access to attractive and exclusive employee benefits including savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses.
• A generous referral scheme.

The role will include supporting the day-to-day management of the services you cover, ensuring the individuals we support receive a personalised service which meets and continually responds to their changing needs, whilst also working to maintain quality and compliance.

What you’ll be doing:

• Deputising for the Area Manager when required.
• Line managing and supporting Registered Managers and their staff.
• Relationship building to maintain our positive relationships with our stakeholders.
• Seeking opportunities for service and area development.
• Maintaining compliance in services with internal and external quality assurance systems.
• To maintain all records for people we support and employees.
• Performance management and development of people through coaching, regular supervision and competency reviews.
• Conduct quality, health and safety, financial, medication and environmental audits.
• Build relationships with commissioners, professionals, families, carers and the wider community.
• Seek opportunities to improve existing services and implement change and development programmes as required.
• Provide care support to our service users when required and participate in a two tier on call management system rota.

You will have strong management and organisational skills and be able to motivate team members to deliver quality services in accordance with legislation, regulatory standards and contractual requirements and ensure the needs of people we support are being met.

Who you are:

• At least 3 years experience of working in the care industry in a leadership capacity and knowledge of CQC regulations.
• Must hold either a level 5 diploma in leadership for health and social care services (adults residential management) Wales and Northern Ireland or NVQ level 5 in Management and Leadership (QCF) (assessed in a health or social care setting), a similar relevant managerial qualification or be working toward these qualifications.
• Will be prepared to commit to additional CPD as the role evolves.
• Strong management skills and ability to lead a team by example.
• Excellent knowledge of quality standards, health and safety, risk assessments and support plans.
• Passionate about care.
• Ability to coach and motivate others.
• Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Full clean driving license and own transport is essential.

Who we are:

We are a national provider of health, social and education services with over 30 years’ experience. Our employees are the driving force behind the fantastic care and support being delivered to hundreds of adults and children across the UK. Our teams are purposeful, positive, and progressive. They work hard to empower the people we support to have a voice, achieve their goals, and change their lives. We are always looking for committed, pro-active and passionate people to join us and create even more opportunities for the people we support. Join our team and have the satisfaction of knowing you’ve changed someone’s life and, in return for your hard work and passion we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.

Safeguarding

Potens is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of the people we support throughout our facilities. All applicants will be subject to robust pre-employment checks prior to appointment; including but not exhaustive; enhanced DBS, and a minimum of two satisfactory references. Our checks will be service and role specific and can be discussed pre application if required. To view our policy on recruitment of ex-offenders please see full details Potens-Recruitment-Ex-Offenders-Policy.doc (live.com)

Diversity

We champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our teams representing the communities and people we support. Here at Potens, you’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live independently, healthier, happier lives and doing our part to make a better working environment where all feel welcome and supported.

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