Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Additional Payments: 6.7% Flexibility Payment
Closing Date: 31 October 2024
This role is subject to -
Qualification - NVQ Level 3 or above and be willing to work towards level 4 or 5
DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.
Evidence of conduct in previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to. Health or social care or Children or vulnerable adults
Proof of identity including a recent photograph
Full Employment history
A whole range of supported living housing has been developed progressively over the last twenty years or more, to meet diverse individual needs. The move towards supported living has been predicated on the basis that any people with disabilities would prefer to choose who, if anyone, they wish to live with, and would generally prefer to live either in an individual flat, house, or to share, but with only a small number of people, personally selected.
The Disability Supported Accommodation Service (DSAS) has been part of this change, developing a city wide network of housing with support and respite services for adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs, individuals with a physical disability, adults whom are sensory impaired or have an acquired brain injury. The Service continues to aim to make a positive difference to the lives of individuals with disabilities by offering quality housing and person centred support and care as we believe that every individual has the right to achieve their full potential regardless of disability and that disability should not exclude a person from society and a fuller community life. Contact Chris Culkin 07811 815921 with any queries
You will deliver high quality support for service users, managing existing and future risks through assessment, and creating plans which ensure the individual needs of service users are appropriately considered.
You will assist service users to engage with support services provided by both statutory and voluntary agencies, ensuring that the client is appropriately supported and therefore able to contribute actively in the community.
You will provide advice and expertise to partner agencies and stakeholders to promote the service and represent the rights and needs of the vulnerable residents of Manchester.
You will also have the skills to:
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Work collaboratively with other health and social care professionals, maximise wider community assets and individuals, their family, friends and advocates to provide person centred support.
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Assist the Registered Manager to maintain the Unit and the overall environment ensuring it is furnished, equipped and cleaned to the required standard, with responsibility for assessing, reviewing and resolving Health and Safety issues.
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Continuous management and development of staff line managed through regular supervisions and All About You sessions.
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Create and maintain all person centred plans, risk management, health action plans, pen pictures etc for individual citizens.
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Lead in the quality assurance and review of individual citizen’s files ensuring they meet the standards set by CQC and the Services Quality Assurance Framework.
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Be responsible for the ordering, administering, recording and stock control of medication in line with policies and procedure.
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Ensure that financial regulations are adhered to when dealing with citizens finances.
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Lead in providing a person centred service that offers independence and a fuller community life, developing and maintaining the delivery of community based activities that promote their independence and wellbeing, while ensuring quality and cost effective services.
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Ensure the provision of a stimulating environment for all customers and encourage their participation in the running of the Unit.
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Support citizens in improving their quality of life and promote health, independence, well being and choice whilst creating a safe and caring environment.
We’re the local government authority for Manchester, and have teams across the city helping to make this a great place to live for everyone. We’re proud to do local government differently, in a city with an international reputation for diversity, creativity, culture and passion.
When you join us, you’re joining a team of over 7,000 council staff helping to make our ambition for Manchester a reality. Whatever your role, you’ll be supporting our residents and communities to be the best they can be, and helping to build a Manchester that's fairer for everyone who lives, works, volunteers, studies or plays here.
To make our ambition a reality, every person we recruit needs to play their its part. It takes a certain type of behaviour, attitude and way of working to get Manchester where it wants to be. Our people and partners have agreed five ‘behaviours’ – the grounding for how we must work together and treat one another:
- We take time to listen and understand
- We work together and trust each other
- We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
- We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
- We’re proud and passionate about Manchester
A career with us means you can be yourself, thrive, and build the career your talent and ambition deserve.
Creating an inclusive team at Manchester City Council
At Manchester City Council, we strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. If you want to find out more about the role, our culture, flexible arrangements or any adjustments, please let us know by emailing jobs@manchester.gov.uk. If you are invited to interview we will ask you if you require any adjustments in order for you to best demonstrate your suitability for the role in the interview process.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:
- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
- Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
Accessibility
As a Disability Confident Employer, we provide support for employees with physical or mental-health conditions, a disability or neurodiversity. Our workplaces are accessible by design, and we make workplace adjustments including providing aids, adaptations and equipment. These, combined with our flexible working policies such as disability-related leave, enable our employees to perform their role, thrive and be their authentic selves in work.
We’ve also included some useful tips on how to submit the best application.
What we will need from you if you’re successful: If you are successfully offered a position with us, the pre-employment checks you will be asked to undertake will depend on the role you've applied for. As a guide, these may include: Passport/ID: You will be required to provide documentary proof of your right to work in the UK – please note that visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role
References (Current and Previous employer)
Qualification
Disclosure and Barring Service Clearance (DBS) (as applicable)- The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). You will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.
When you join us
We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.
Other relevant information
Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment
Who we are - Manchester City Council
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