I am recruiting a CARING and PASSIONATE Shift Manager to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable people by providing homely supported living for adults with learning disabilities. As a Shift Manager, focusing on supporting adults with learning disabilities and ensuring they receive the best possible care and support.

The role is about supporting the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager, as well as deputising in their absence, in leading a team to maintain a stable, happy and caring environment that puts the health, safety, development and welfare of our young adults first. You will provide appropriate physical and emotional support to the young adults in residence through the work of a care team within a residential environment

• Job Title: Shift Team Leader
• Salary: £30,000- £32,801 ***Plus £1,500 Welcome Bonus****
• Location: Bristol City Centre
• Hours: Full time (Working to a 2 week rota pattern which typically includes working every other weekend)
• Contract Type: Permanent

Benefits of the Shift Manager role:

• Full training and continued support
• The option of working overtime
• Opportunity to study for Level 3 diploma in Health and Social Care which will be funded by us!
• Life assurance and pension
• Free membership to our Health cash back plan - Claim back money on services such as dental, optical, physio and many more
• Bike to work scheme
• Perk box - access to shopping discounts
• Free parking
• Free lunch when on shift
• Successful candidates for this role will require an enhanced DBS check - paid for by us.
• Refer a friend scheme
• Company sick pay

As a Shift Manager, you will be responsible for the following:

• Your role will be to lead a shift of support workers in the provision of care and in a manner that promotes their overall wellbeing, health and development. 
• You will work with our Registered Manager and Deputy Manager to provide a supportive, friendly and fun environment for young adults to live, learn and thrive in. 
• Whilst the role does require a high level of responsibility, you'll get to work in a close-knit team that provides amazing care. 
• Although first and foremost the role entails supporting the young adults to have a great life and learn new skills, we also want to take on shift managers who can help the staff enjoy their work and feel supported and directed.  

Requirements:

• QCF Level 2 in Adult Health & Social Care or equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of management practice including principles of effective supervision and appraisal.
• Good knowledge of learning disabilities and/or special needs including recent developments.
• Good knowledge of recognised positive approaches to working with challenging behaviours associated with learning difficulties.
• Knowledge of what equal opportunities and discrimination are and how it can be prevented.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and legislation.
• Experience working at the Senior Support worker level in a residential care environment is a must along with experience of managing or supporting a team working a rota pattern.
• Proven experience in working effectively with young people/adults with learning disabilities and/or special needs.
• Experience in planning and organising activities appropriate to meet young adult's needs and abilities, demonstrating positive outcomes.
• Experience of person-centred planning.

Do you want an exciting role with plenty of progression? APPLY today!!