Job Description

Registered Manager

Daffodil Family Centre

Job Ref: DA202504

Full time, permanent role

37.5 hours per week (with some flexibility as well as occasional on-call)

Starting salary 44,620 gross per annum

Do you have a thorough understanding of the regulatory responsibilities of a Registered Manager and the law relating to residential care services? Do you have a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services, or other recognised social work qualifications Do you have a comprehensive understanding of women's trauma and commitment to trauma informed practice? Do you want the opportunity to be part of an award-winning charity here in Plymouth?
If the answers to the above are

yes

, you may be interested in the exciting opportunity that has arisen to join the Trevi team.

Part of the award-winning charity, Trevi, Daffodil Family Centre, opened in January 2020 and provides residential parenting assessments in cases where there are concerns about a parent's capacity to keep a child safe. Rated 'Good' by Ofsted.

We are looking for an experienced and confident Registered Manager to lead the Daffodil Family Centre team. You will have a thorough understanding of the regulatory responsibilities for the role and the law relating to residential care services. A good understanding of safeguarding issues and ability to respond appropriately to any concerns is essential. A comprehensive understanding of women's trauma and commitment to trauma informed practice. A good knowledge and understanding of systems to maintain confidentiality in relation to residents, staff and the organisation.

You will be responsible for creating a strong and credible leadership with the ability to exercise influence, motivate and communicate a clear vision for the future. You will need to build professional partnerships with staff and managers whilst implementing clear processes and systems.

We are looking for a candidate who has experience of applying a high level of resourcefulness and ability to be effective within a rapid change organisation. You will need excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a diverse range of people. You will need to apply a flexible approach to working hours to meet the needs of the business

.

We are looking for motivated women who are committed to working from a trauma informed perspective.

JOB PROFILE:

To lead a multidisciplinary team in delivering high-standard resident care effectively and efficiently, with clear monitoring procedures and processes in place to ensure continuous standards are met. Responsible for creating a nurturing and caring environment for families with their children and the smooth and safe running of the 5 bed residential house. Responsible for providing a focused, purposeful, time limited residential parenting assessment service. Enabling parenting capacity to be assessed whilst the child remains in the care of the parent. Exercises effective leadership of the centre's staff and operation, so that the centre is organised, managed and staffed in a manner that delivers the best possible outcomes for parents and children To establish positive relationships and maintain effective communication with families and their children, and other involved professionals in their care while developing and implementing individually tailored care and support plans that respect the family wishes and uphold their dignity and privacy. Monitor the effective operation of Daffodil Family Centre while adhering to legislation and regulations related to environmental health, infection control and health and safety. Sound working knowledge of Ofsted and current legislation to maintain a safe and effective service. To understand and comply with statutory and legal requirements including (but not exclusively) all aspects of the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (revised 2012), Health & Safety, COSHH, Mental Capacity Act (2005) and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards. To contribute to an ongoing cycle of improvement via audits / quality reviews and feedback from staff, residents, and other key stakeholders. To be responsible for controlling and monitoring the budget and participate in ensuring the effective use of resources avoiding unnecessary spending. Promote the rights of each family ensuring risk management plans, placement plans, provision of written and verbal Court evidence are up to date. Conduct operational risk assessments including fire checks, environmental health and infection control to maintain a safe environment in conjunction with the Health and Safety Manager. To ensure that all legal and statutory records are completed and that records concerning the home are displayed (including insurance certificates, registration documents etc). Maintain an effective quality assurance program at Daffodil Family Centre, using quality management and improvement systems, contributing to complaint recording and investigation, compiling reports, taking appropriate action, and implementing project changes to uphold quality, best practices, and continuous improvement of services. To embrace the concepts of sustainability within the workplace and to carry out duties in a way that ensures a high regard for energy efficiency, carbon reduction, waste management and the most appropriate use of resources. To carry out regular medication audits and work alongside the Residential Family Centre Nurse in addressing any areas of non- compliance. Promote a risk management culture within the working environment, ensuring participation and involvement when requested. Identify potential risks that may impact on the ability of Trevi to achieve its objectives and report concerns to the line manager. To work alongside the Admissions Team to maintain optimal occupancy. To ensure good and safe practice in all activities relating to service user care, including implementing systems for guidance, monitoring, evaluation, and resolution of complaints in accordance with Daffodil Family Centres Complaints & Compliments Policy. To evaluate services through regular review, annual service user questionnaires, analysis of complaints & compliments etc. To contribute to the creation of a positive working culture within the Trevi team, fostering professional and personal development, and establishing positive and open relationships with key internal and external stakeholders while maintaining effective communication. Overcome barriers and find solutions to complex problems, sometimes in challenging and stressful circumstances. Undertake line management of social workers and the senior family support worker, addressing performance where necessary in line with Daffodil Family Centres procedures and ensure an effective system for the staff, ensuring adequate staffing levels, managing shift rotations and staff holidays and sickness. Facilitate regular team meetings; support, encourage, and mentor the staff team including arranging and facilitating supervision, as well as chairing the weekly Family Review. Participate in the On-Call rota, including scheduled weekends. Maintain comprehensive and high-quality notes in the Green Shoots clinical records system while also ensuring accurate data entry. Work within Trevi's policies and procedures and actively promote the equality and diversity and the rights of the people we support. To ensure Safeguarding and Trevi Policies and Procedures are adhered to by all staff. To promote and develop the aims and philosophy of the Daffodil Family Centre working in a way that reflects Trevi's mission statement
The job description is a guide to the work you will initially be required to undertake. It may be changed from time to time to meet changing circumstances. It does not form part of your contract of employment

We offer the following employee benefits:

A comprehensive induction and training programme. 5 weeks holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) A day off on your Birthday An award-winning Employment Assistance Programme Company sick pay scheme Plymouth City Council Parking Permits. Payable interest free, over 12 months, for parking around the city Refer a Friend Recruitment Bonus Company contribution to your NEST Pension Learning & Development opportunities relevant to this role Blue Light Store Discount Scheme Long service recognition award
Trevi is a Real Living Wage Employer

Any offer of employment will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure, costs of which will be met by Trevi.

Women only need apply under schedule 9 (Part 1) of the Equality Act 2010.

Trevi is committed to quality, equality, and valuing diversity.

Applications are particularly welcome from women with lived experience.

To apply please download and complete the application forms on our website

www.trevi.org.uk

& return to

Recruitment@trevi.org.uk

Alternatively, you can pick up an Application Form from Sunflower Women's Centre, 29 Sutherland Road, PL4 6BW, available from 9:30am - 4:30pm. Monday - Friday. Please return in the same way.

Please note CVs submitted via Indeed will not be accepted, due to our Safer Recruitment Policy, a Trevi application form must be completed.

Trevi reserves the right to call suitable candidates for interview on receipt of applications prior to the closing date and may close the vacancy early if a successful appointment is made so If you would like to apply, please do so promptly.

Closing date: Monday 18th August at midday

Interview date: tbc

Previous applicants need not apply.

We do not accept applications via recruitment agencies.

We are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.

Unfortunately, we don't have the resources to inform applicants who are not shortlisted; therefore, if you haven't heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, regrettably you have not been selected for the next stage in the process.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: From 44,620.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme Sick pay Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

Plymouth PL4 6AS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person