Housing and Care Manager

Salary: 35,000 to 40,000

Location: Walkers-Wood, Donnington, Shropshire

Hours of Work: Full-Time with shared on call

Are you looking for a new role that will give you variety and a sense of achievement?

I am looking for a Housing and Care Manager who has a background in high-quality care, and I want to hear from YOU today!

I am partnering with a dynamic and innovative organisation committed to providing exceptional housing and care services for older adults and adults with disabilities to recruit for an exceptional Housing and Care manager. They are in the process of opening a brand-new, state-of-the-art Extra Care Scheme and are looking for the perfect manager to complement the day to day running of this setting, as well grow with them during an exciting time of investment and development.

Salary and Benefits

For your hard work and commitment, you will be paid a salary between 35,000 and 40,000, and a very desirable employee package which includes; an opportunity to work in a brand-new, state-of-the-art Extra Care Scheme, generous annual leave allowance, access to health and wellbeing benefits, as well as an Employee Assistance Programme, a supportive and collaborative work environment, professional development and growth opportunities, the chance to make a positive impact on the lives of residents and their families, and so much more!

Overview of the Role

As a Housing and Care Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management and delivery of high-quality care and housing services within their Extra Care Scheme. You will have the opportunity to lead a team of dedicated care professionals and contribute to the well-being of your residents, creating a warm and supportive environment where they can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Care Management: Oversee and manage the care services provided to residents, ensuring they receive personalised, person-centred care that promotes independence and dignity.Staff Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of care staff, ensuring they are trained, motivated, and equipped to provide the best possible care.Resident Services: Work closely with residents and their families to understand their needs and preferences, and develop care plans that align with their goals.Health and Safety: Ensure that the Extra Care Scheme complies with all health and safety regulations and maintains a safe and welcoming environment for residents and staff.Budget Management: Manage the budget for the Extra Care Scheme, ensuring resources are allocated effectively and responsibly.Quality Assurance: Implement quality assurance processes to monitor and improve service delivery, working towards achieving and maintaining high standards of care and housing.

Essential Requirements

NVQ Level 5 in leadership and management and relevant mandatory trainingFlexibility to share the on call rotaFull UK driving licence and access to your own vehicleProven experience in care management, preferably in an CQC regulated services, extra care or assisted living settings.Strong leadership and communication skills.Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations in the care and housing sector.Exceptional organisational and problem-solving abilities.Compassion, empathy, and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of older adults.

Interview Process

These stages have been put in place to help benefit and streamline the process of recruitment.

1st Stage - Shortlisting & Pre-Screening Interview

Shortlisting will begin W.C 8th January. In the first stage I will review your CV. Should you be successful, I will invite you for a telephone call to discuss your right to work, work history, and suitability for the role, and any questions you may have.

2nd Stage - Formal Interview

In this stage, you will have a formal interview with the hiring manager.

All applications must be accompanied with an up-to-date CV. If successful, you will be required to have a current DBS on the update service, eligibility of right to work, and your start date will be subject to sufficient references.

If you want to help make a difference to service users and also your career, click apply now!