Benefits
Health cost cash-back scheme: access to our health insurance scheme which covers dental, optical, physical therapies and other medical treatments with the option to add greater levels of cover.Interest-free loans: assistance with larger costs that arise such as tenancy deposits, season travel tickets or buying a car.Access to the Easit Network: discounts and incentives on train, bus and car journeys such as 15% off eligible daily and season rail tickets.Blue Light card: access to discount services for the social care sector with savings across thousands of online shops, restaurants, and high-street vendors.Free advice and counselling service: confidential emotional support and practical guidance from our independent telephone service.25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays (or paid time in lieu for any bank holidays worked)Knowledge, skills and experience What you need for the role:Passion for leading teams that deliver outstanding care.Management experience (Deputy Manager or above) in learning disabilities or care home settings, including safeguarding, risk and health & safety management.Strong knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support, CQC standards, the Mental Capacity Act, DoLS, and safeguarding.Skilled in comprehensive client support, including medical management and accurate medication handling and record-keeping.Experience supporting individuals with diverse physical and cognitive needs, including learning disabilities and mental health challenges.Confident in managing challenging behaviours and distress.Proven staff management skills: supervision, coaching, recruitment, and rostering.Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care.Understanding of CQC requirements - you'll be the registered manager, supported by a central compliance team.Patient and empathetic approach.Willingness to complete Southdown's training in health and social care, moving and handling, positive behaviour support, safeguarding, safety, and risk protocols.Comfortable supporting clients with intimate and personal care.Enhanced DBS check (paid for by Southdown).What would be nice:Experience managing an operational service budget, including resource management to ensure staffing levels meet client needs while keeping within budget constraints.Experience managing a learning disabilities service with a good or outstanding CQC rating.An understanding of Makaton or non-verbal communication.Training:You will receive ongoing training and coaching from your manager, as well as specific training courses throughout the year to help you develop your management skills and foster upwards career progression. Support will be provided for you to gain your Level 5 Di
Additional Information
Description Support people with learning disabilities to live full, happy lives.
Location : Alinora Crescent, Worthing
Salary : £36,007 per year
Hours : 37 per week - rostered hours include evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays
Depending on service requirements, this role may involve a combination of service management responsibilities and direct support delivery.
Who are we:
Southdown is a not-for-profit provider of accommodation, care and support for 160 adults with learning and physical disabilities in our 23 supported living services and 4 residential care homes across Sussex.
Interested in this role?
Apply on the company's website.