Unit Manager - Ada Belfield Care Centre

Job description

Job responsibilities

Join Our Team as a Unit Manager at Ada Bellfield Centre!

Are you a compassionate and dynamic individual ready to lead positive change in the heart of the picturesque Derwent Valley Heritage Site? An exciting opportunity awaits you at Ada Bellfield Centre, where we pride ourselves on providing exceptional care in a warm and welcoming environment.

About Us:

Ada Belfield Centre offers a wide range of individually tailored care to suit various needs including 20 long-term residential care and 20 community support beds. Situated in Belper a thriving town with a close community. Ada Bellfield is proud of its community links, and we share the site with Belper Library. Also on site in our newly opened community café that is fast becoming a popular destination for the community.

Community Support Beds and Beyond:

At Ada Belfield, we go beyond traditional care models by offering community support beds that serve as a crucial transition for those ready to leave the hospital but not quite ready to return home independently. Leading and managing this dynamic element of care, you will be responsible for the safe, daily admission and discharge of individuals, with continuous professional networking with our allied health and social care professionals. As a Unit Manager, you will relish the unique challenges and opportunities of overseeing this diverse care offer, working collaboratively with the privately managed Extra Care Unit that completes the community care centre.

Why Join Us:

-Be part of a caring team dedicated to making a difference in people's lives.

-Enjoy a beautiful work environment in the heart of Ambervalleys Heritage Site.

-Benefit from 27 days of annual leave (plus 5 more after 5 years), flexible working options, and competitive pay rates for weekends and nights.

-Access training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.

-Join the Local Government Pension Scheme and enjoy discounts at selected county leisure centres through the Derbyshire Rewards Scheme.

Qualifications:

Successful candidates will hold a Health & Social Care qualification, demonstrate management expertise in a residential home, have a proven track record in dementia care, and possess knowledge of relevant legislation and policy.

Apply Now:

If you're ready for a rewarding challenge and want to be part of a team that values your contribution, we want to hear from you!

Complete your application now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career at Ada Belfield Centre. We can't wait to welcome you to our purpose-built centre!

Please contact Alison Hill Service Manager with any queries at alison.hill@derbyshire.gov.uk

Provisional Interview Date: W/C 28th Feb 2024

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made.

Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, clickhere

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• management expertise in a residential home,
• proven track record in dementia care

Qualifications

Essential

• Health & Social Care qualification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire County Council

Address

Ada Belfield Centre & Belper Library

Derwent Street

Belper

Derbyshire

DE56 1UQ

Employer's website

https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/Index.aspx (Opens in a new tab)