Top job! Registered Manager
- Full time
- £52,000
- On site: Kelso
- Closing 16th October 2024
- Advertised from 26th September 2024
Role
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We are QME Care - Kelso
Choose a Job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life As we hurtle towards the end of our five-year strategy, we’ve taken time to review our services and our structure ahead of the planning process for the next five years.
As a social enterprise we are charitable organisation which was formed to help people live happier, independent and fulfilled lives. Our Mission, Vision and Values are the foundations from which our five-year strategic plans are built upon.
Innovation and acting differently is at the heart of our strategic vision along with our approach to the care of our Residents. Our philosophy is unpretentious, warm and caring. We support our residents in a person-centred approach by focussing on their overall wellbeing. Our culture is inclusive, set entirely around our values which includes providing the very best accommodation, excellent food, stimulating activities, good conversation and upholding the rights of everyone especially our Residents’ and their closest relatives or friends’.
As part of our ongoing development, we are excited to announce an opening for a Registered Manager to join our Senior Management Team. This reviewed position reflects the evolving needs of our service, and we are seeking a qualified professional who is an exemplar in their field.
Our successful applicant will be an experienced the field of nursing (RGN/RMN), Health, Social Care, Social Work, or similar with relevant workplace management experience including overseeing other employees for a period of not less than 5 years in supported living, home care or care home environment.
You will hold an undergraduate degree or post graduate professional qualification in Health, Social Care, Social Work, or similar.
With strong Clinical Leadership you’re an articulate communicator, responsible and trustworthy. Ethical and a confident working with holistic and innovate care models you’re enthusiastic and committed to ensuring we set the bar high in our field of work and because we challenge the care sector paradigm you’ll never be alarmed by unannounced inspections. Moreover, wholly comfortable working in a regulatory care environment under the guidance frameworks from the Care Inspectorate.
Professional, articulate and able to work with confidence when dealing with inquiry’s, inspection and reporting processes you’re an effective planner and organiser, and a natural collaborator for efficiencies of service delivery.
We need our successful candidate to be Microsoft Suite proficient and you’ll be a confident user of other IT software systems which is likely to include Care Planning and Auditing, HRIS and Medication Administration.
Evidence of Strategic planning, goal setting and alignment completes our list of ‘must haves’.
A comprehensive salary of £52,000 pa is available for the successful candidate as well as additional employment benefits which will be discussed with the preferred candidate.
Application notes
If you are interested in joining an organisation with great benefits and being part of our Award Winning Team, see the Candidate Information Pack and Application Form below or contact our team at humanresources@qmecare.org
Closing date for applications is Midday 16th October 2024. Applications submitted after this time will not be accepted. Interview will be held on the 23rd and 24th of October 2024.
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Muirshiel Centre is a small local independent charity offering day opportunities and support to adults within the Inverclyde East area for over 30 years.
We offer a day support service in Port Glasgow which promotes various social, therapeutic and recreational activities designed to boost self-esteem and encourage socialisation amongst participants. We aim to maximise independence, support older people to remain active through an active and rewarding lifestyle and promote social interaction.
We are actively seeking Voluntary Directors who can oversee the direction, aims and guide the strategic future of our Centre. We are offering a collaborative environment where your insights and expertise will be valued and a unique opportunity to influence the direction of a respected organisation within the community.
No previous board experience is required, however, we are looking for people with a commitment to the successful future of Muirshiel Centre.
We are keen to hear from individuals with skills, knowledge and experience in areas such as accountancy/ finance, senior management in Social Care/ Social Work or individuals with strategic planning and decision making skills.
We are also keen to hear from those who have other relevant skills and experience that they consider could benefit Muirshiel Centre.
Our board meets once a month, generally in the afternoon, within the Muirshiel Centre and tea and coffee is provided!
Muirshiel Centre is an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of its staff and board members.
Top job! Head of Services
- Full time
- £46,483 – £53,362
- On site: 1x Inverness based, 1x Glasgow based
- Closing 6th January 2025
Location: 1x Inverness based
1x Glasgow based
Join us to make sure nobody faces dementia alone
Our charity
Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s leading charity for dementia and brain health. We are Scotland’s national dementia charity. Our aims are to prevent, care and cure dementia, and to make sure nobody faces dementia alone.
We are a member-led charity with more than 8,000 members. We are supported by over 500 volunteers, and employ around 400 full and part-time staff, mainly in our direct service provision across Scotland. We are fully committed to Fair Work First and the support and development of our people.
The role
We are at a highly exciting stage in the reshaping of our services as we build sustainable, resilient, therapeutic, and inclusive registered day care and commissioned community supports of the highest quality that can maximise our resources and potential growth opportunities.
We are seeking applicants with a proven track record in leadership within a health and social care service (or related) background to work in this key senior role and make a positive difference to the lives of people living with dementia, those at greater risk of dementia, and the families and friends who care for someone with dementia.
Based in Inverness or Glasgow, the role will lead and manage local teams in a variety of locations and servicers. Full details about the role are provided in the job description available through the link provided.
The person
You will have the right level of personal qualities, experience, knowledge and qualifications, demonstrate excellent leadership qualities and high levels of emotional intelligence, with experience of managing people, supporting staff development and promoting a positive culture. You will be an excellent communicator, highly organised with a collaborative approach to working with others to deliver shared objectives and drive continuous improvement in our practice. You will have a high-level knowledge and understanding of dementia and substantial experience in the management and delivery of services and hold a relevant practice qualification to meet the Scottish Social Services Council registered management requirements. Further details are provided in the person specification provided.
About Us
Kindred is a vibrant organisation supporting over 800 families of children with complex needs each year. Established in 1990 at the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People Edinburgh (RHCYPE), our organisation has always been parent-led. Our core services are delivered by dedicated teams based in hospitals and through our Community team. We also provide specialised counselling services and a Parenting Programme (Early Positive Approaches to Support).
Our vision is that parents of children with complex needs in Scotland will have early access to peer-led support and information.
About The Job
As CEO, you will lead Kindred in achieving its mission of supporting families of children with complex needs. You will manage the implementation of the Strategic Plan and drive growth by enhancing the charity’s visibility while maximising the impact of our work. As an organisation we are evolving and you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Kindred. You will work closely with the Senior Management Team and maintain an expert knowledge of issues relevant to our service users (including statutory provision, benefits, charitable funding and other support available through the voluntary sector).
As CEO, you will lead Kindred with passion and dedication, ensuring our mission of supporting families of children with complex needs remains at the heart of everything we do. You will work closely with our Board of Trustees to develop and implement strategic plans, build strong partnerships, and secure sustainable funding. Your role will involve overseeing day-to-day operations, managing our talented team, and advocating for the needs of our families.
Main Areas of Responsibility
People Management: Work with the Senior Management Team to ensure effective management of Kindred’s staff team including liaising with external HR support. Develop Kindred’s team to support the delivery of Kindred’s services and strategic plan.
Fundraising: Lead on a competitive and responsive fundraising strategy, supported by our fundraising team.
Governance: Support Kindred’s Chair and trustees in providing strategic leadership and governance. Ensure Kindred’s governance processes are robust and effective.
Finance: Ensure Kindred’s finances are managed to a high standard with timely reporting.
Kindred Services: Ensure operations are supported to enable the delivery of high-quality services to our service users in line with our objectives.
Administration: Enable the smooth running of our organisation including leading on the development of online systems.
Public Profile: Represent Kindred in the charity sector and liaise with key stakeholders to support our brand and strategic impact. Maximise technology use to increase our public profile and the impact on the community.
What we are looking for
We are looking for a candidate who can hit the ground running in this role and therefore we require candidates to have:
- Senior Leadership Experience: Proven track record in senior leadership roles within an organisation.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement strategic plans to achieve organisational goals.
- Financial Management: Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management and financial reporting.
- People Management: Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, build strong relationships, and create a positive work culture.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including funders, partners, and government officials.
- Policy and Governance: Knowledge of charity governance, regulatory frameworks, and data protection.
- Communication skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience in report writing, journal writing, public speaking, and media engagement.
- Fundraising and Income Generation: Experience in securing funding and developing fundraising strategies.
- IT Proficiency: Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ideally you will also have:
- Postgraduate qualification in management or a relevant field.
- Personal experience of caring for a child with complex needs.
- Understanding of practice supervision and/or qualification in counselling
- Experience of liaising with Scottish Government, local authorities and health boards
- Current driving licence
Top job! Head of Quality Services
- Full time
- £46,483 – £53,362
- On site: Edinburgh or Glasgow based
- Closing 6th January 2025
Join us to make sure nobody faces dementia alone
Our charity
Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s leading charity for dementia and brain health. Our aims are to prevent, care and cure dementia, and to make sure nobody faces dementia alone.
We are a member-led charity with more than 8,000 members. We are supported by over 500 volunteers, and employ around 400 full and part-time staff, mainly in our direct service provision across Scotland. We are fully committed to Fair Work First and the support and development of our people.
The role
We are at a highly exciting stage in the reshaping of our services as we build sustainable, resilient, therapeutic, and inclusive registered day care and commissioned community supports of the highest quality that can maximise our resources and potential growth opportunities.
Based in either Edinburgh or Glasgow, the Head of Quality will work in close collaboration with the Executive Lead for Operations to ensure that our registered and commissioned services deliver high quality, safe and compassionate care. The role will be responsible for assuring and improving the quality of our registered and commissioned services by determining and undertaking appropriate scrutiny, assurance and improvement activities aligned with the Care Inspectorate Core Assurances and Alzheimer Scotland’s Quality Guarantees and Continuous Quality Improvement Framework.
The role has the lead responsibility for continuous improvement in the quality of our services, the processes that underpin high quality, evidence based, person-centred therapeutic support and in ensuring better outcomes for the people we support.
Full details about the role are provided in the job description available through the link provided.
The person
You will have the right level of personal qualities, experience, knowledge and qualifications, demonstrate excellent leadership qualities and high levels of emotional intelligence, with experience of managing people, supporting staff development and promoting a positive culture. You will be an excellent communicator, highly organised with a collaborative approach to working with others to deliver shared objectives and drive continuous improvement in our practice. You will have a high-level knowledge and understanding of dementia and substantial experience in the management and delivery of services and hold a relevant practice qualification to meet the Scottish Social Services Council registered management requirements. Further details are provided in the person specification provided.
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