House Manager

House Manager - Young Adults' Residential Service

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Location: Cheadle Hulme, SK8 6RQ

Salary: £30,456 per annum + benefits

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of others? At Seashell, we are looking for an experienced House Manager to join our Young Adults' Service.

About Seashell Trust:

Originally founded in 1823, Seashell Trust is a nationally recognised and registered charity based in Cheadle Hulme, Stockport. The Trust comprises of the Royal School Manchester, the Royal College Manchester, 17 bespoke Residential Care Homes, Outreach Health and Family Services. We provide expert Residential care and Education for children and young people with severe, profound, and complex learning difficulties and disabilities, sensory impairments, communication disorders and autism. Our fantastic services are based all on one-site, which deepens our sense of community for our children and young people and the wider Seashell team.

About the role:

At Seashell, our 17 bespoke Residential Homes are purpose-built with a 'home from home' feel, we provide 24-hour care, weekly and termly boarding and 52-week placement for individuals aged 3-25 years.

As the House Manager, you will lead one of our homes within the Young Adults' Service years old) and be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring the highest standard of care is delivered at all times to our young adults. You will coach and mentor staff, encouraging team motivation and effective people management.

You will liaise with key stakeholders, including families and local authorities. You will work within and quality-assure the care delivered against CQC Fundamental Standards for Homes for young adults and any additional relevant legislation.

(full job description available upon request)

Requirements of the role:

• Minimum qualification QCF Level 3 Health and Social Care (CCYP/Adults) or diploma for young adults service
• Extensive knowledge and experience of working with young adults with Autism and challenging behaviour
• Previous experience in a senior/supervisory role in a young adults / adults care setting
• Previous experience of implementing CQC Fundamental Standards for Homes for young adults
• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations and frameworks
• Strong experience of supervising and completing appraisals with staff in a care setting
• Ability and commitment to supervise and support staff to enable cohesive and effective team working
• Ability to commit to flexible working, shifts are worked over 7 days, between 7.30am - 10pm

Benefits of working at Seashell…

• Detailed 2-week induction programme for all new employees.
• Access to our on-site inclusive gym, fitness classes and swimming pool.
• Blue light discount scheme.
• Benenden Health Care Membership - access to 24/7 GP, physiotherapy, medical treatments, mental health support including counselling service, cancer support, care planning and social care advice.
• Access to a wide range of vocational programmes to support you in your job role.
• Life Assurance (3x Annual base salary) subject to terms and conditions.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Paid Enhanced DBS.

About Recruitment at Seashell

We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome all applications.

This charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

To apply please upload your CV and as part of our safer recruitment policy you will be asked to complete a Compliance Application Form, and successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check (no cost) and full references will be taken.

Our vision is for the children and young people in our care to be safe, happy and to achieve the best possible outcomes so that they are valued and valuable members of their communities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £30,456.00 per year

Benefits:

• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• On-site gym
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Do you hold a L4 or L3 QCF Level 3 Diploma Children's & Young People's Workforce, NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care (CCYP) Diploma or equivalent?
• Please tell us why you think you would be an ideal candidate to work as a House Manager at Seashell Trust

Work Location: In person