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, in this service we are supporting 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 as well as booking and managing staff training and development. Manage rotas. Conduct weekly and monthly finance and medication audits. Order, store, and dispose 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 in activities with the people you support, which may include cooking, baking, arts & crafts, gardening, meals out, communal parties, swimming, and visiting local shops, cafes, and restaurants. About YOU! Experience supporting individuals who have learning disabilities and mental health needs. Experience supervising/managing a small to medium team within social care or willingness to be trained (including supervisions, probations, inductions). Experience providing Person-Centred support and a passion for it. Ability to provide support with personal care. Ability to manage your own time and work under pressure. Flexibility to work required shifts. Full manual driver's licence highly desirable. Benefits you can expect! Paid enhanced DBS. Early Pay access. E-learning/classroom training/diplomas. Blue Light Card and The Benefits website access. Recommend a friend - earn up to £500. Paid annual leave. Flexible working. Support with 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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