Assistant Service Manager

Our employees feel that they really matter, which makes them want to do their very best for the people we support and achieve our vision. We know that well-supported people support people well. Assistant Service Manager Kingston upon Thames £27,154 per annum. Hours: 39 hours per week including 15 hours admin time. Shifts include 7am-2pm, 2pm-10pm, mid shifts, sleep ins and waking night 9:30pm-7am. We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Assistant Service Manager to join the teams in Kingston. Coombe Oak, which is based in Kingston, is split across several houses. We are recruiting to oversee House 4, where we support adults with mild to severe learning disabilities and some health conditions. What will you be doing? Take ownership for continuing professional development for self and the team. Work with your Service Manager to use management information to make sound business decisions to encourage a solutions-led culture. Maintain a practical knowledge of policies and procedures and ensure appropriate usage. Act as the Service Manager in their absence. Conduct staff supervisions and manage staff training and development. Manage staff rotas. Conduct weekly and monthly finance and medication audits. Oversee the ordering, storage, and disposal of medication. Motivate and inspire your team to provide outstanding support through effective training, coaching, and leadership by example. Provide day-to-day support for the people we are supporting, including assistance at home, in the community, and with personal care. Engage the people you support in activities such as cooking, baking, arts & crafts, gardening, meals out, communal parties, swimming, and visiting local shops, cafes, and restaurants. About YOU! Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs. Experience supervising or managing a small to medium team within social care or willingness to be trained (including supervisions, probations, inductions). Experienced in providing Person-Centred support and passionate about it. Ability to assist people with personal care. Strong time management skills and ability to work under pressure. Flexibility to work required shifts. Full manual driver’s license is highly desirable. Benefits you can expect! Paid enhanced DBS. Early Pay access. E-learning/classroom training/diplomas. Blue Light Card and access to The Benefits website. Recommend a friend - earn up to £500. Paid annual leave. Flexible working. Support for your wellbeing! T&Cs apply. Avenues Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone who wants to make a difference in people's lives and enjoy a rewarding job! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found or if we experience a high volume of applications.

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