Job Introduction
Following significant additional investment in Adult Social Care we are seeking an Operations Manager - Provider Services to join our Business Operations and Provider Services. You will oversee the operational functions including strategic planning, budget oversight, projects and the efficient delivery of our in house provider services which include overnight short breaks, community supported living and Shared Lives scheme.
In return we offer an excellent benefits package including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Excellent local government pension scheme package
- Access to wider training and development qualifications
- Flexible working scheme
- Travel plan discounts
- Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service
- Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers
- The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/
About You
You will –
- hold a degree or equivalent qualification in Residential Care and be willing to work towards a management qualification.
- have expert understanding and working knowledge of the CQC regulations, Quality Assurance Standards and what is required to meet or exceed the requirements.
- have experience of managing budgets including forecasting and financial monitoring.
- have previous experience in a residential care management role within the social care sector.
To Apply
For an informal discussion about the role please email Michael Hood, Head of Business Operations and Provider Services - michael.hood@medway.gov.uk
Closing date for applications: Thursday 15th May 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.
