We have an opportunity for a compassionate and talented Service Leader (Level 1) to join our established management team within Glasgow. This a great chance to grow and develop in your management career along side a experienced manager who will support an mentor you.
The role will be based in our services in Glasgow and is for 37.5 hours per week.
As a Service Leader (Level 1) you will work under the supervision of the Service Leader (Level 3) for your cluster and will assist them to lead and manage a team of Support Workers to support them to make a real difference to the lives of the people we support, assisting them to live independently in their own homes and to live their best lives possible.
It is essential that you have good knowledge and experience of working within a social care environment and an understanding of the regulations and principles involved in management of a service. It is also important that you share our company values which are at the heart of everything we do and ensure that we deliver high quality, consistent care and support. Experience of leadership would also be desirable.
The Service Leader (Level 1) will report to an experienced Service Leader (Level 3) and a Regional Manager and will have line management responsibilities, supporting people to realise their full potential within their roles. You will be responsible for ensuring all colleagues are suitably trained, well supported and supervised, having the tools to carry out their role to the best of their abilities. You will ensure that all aspects of support and service delivery are focused on meeting the needs and preferences of the people we support. This includes being involved in the creation and auditing of care and support plans, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
It is also preferred you are a driver to enable you to move easily between services in the Glasgow region.
In return, we offer you a competitive salary, a rewarding and satisfying role in a friendly environment, and the opportunity to develop your skills and career.
With experience working in a health or social care setting, you will have an upbeat positive manner, as well as having a genuine passion for supporting people to become a part of their local and wider community.
The successful candidate will be required to register with the SSSC or hold an appropriate registration. They will also be required to have, or undertake, a SVQ Level 4 or equivalent qualification. In addition you will be comfortable using IT systems that are required within the role.
