Person-Centred Support Lead

5 days ago


Durham, Durham, United Kingdom Creative Support Full time

About Us

Creative Support is a national, expanding not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. Our services provide responsive and person-centred care which is specific to the needs of the individual.

Our Mission

We strive to deliver consistent, person-centred services which meet the needs and preferences of individuals. Our team of experienced professionals work closely with families and other professionals to provide high-quality support.

The Role

We are recruiting for a passionate and motivated Project Manager to lead one of our supported living services in the Durham area. This bespoke service enables people with complex needs, autistic spectrum conditions and learning disabilities to lead fulfilling, happy and rewarding lives within high-quality community-based settings.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the delivery of care and support to our service users
  • Develop structured programmes of communication, personalised support and positive behaviour management
  • Work closely with families and other professionals
  • Supervise and mentor a staff team
  • Manage and deploy staff effectively to meet the needs of service users

Requirements

  • Previous experience, knowledge and a good understanding of working with people with complex needs, learning disabilities and autism
  • Skilled in assessment and support planning, using a variety of methods such as communication pathways and positive behaviour support strategies
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • A relevant social care qualification is essential (RNLD, BASW, DipSW Diploma Level 5)
  • A clean and valid driving license and access to a vehicle

About You

We are a passionate, inclusive and anti-racist organisation. We embrace diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from people with a disability, and as a proud Stonewall Diversity Champion, we actively encourage applications from the LGBTQ+ community.

Benefits

  • Full training is provided
  • The opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care
  • A probationary bonus
  • Pension contributions
  • 33 days Annual Leave
  • Company-paid enhanced DBS


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