CQC Registered Manager

Introduction

Age UK is the UK’s leading charity and our vision is to inspire and enable older people over 50 to Love Later Life. Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove (AUKWSBH), is an independent local charity working in the community to help older people, their families and their carers.

We provide an array of services and activities that meet the needs and interests of the communities we support, providing opportunities for people to get out, have fun, socialise and build friendships. Our vision is to inspire and enable people in West Sussex, Brighton & Hove to Love Later Life. It really is a great place to work if you really want to make a difference in people's lives.

The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Registered Manager to be the CQC lead, ensuring all CQC regulations and standards are maintained, and organisation objectives met within relevant services. To ensure the delivery of a high-quality Crisis Care service and Dementia Day services within Brighton and Hove in conjunction with the Head of Dementia and Extra Care (HDEC).

We are looking for someone who has excellent communication skills and is passionate about making a positive difference in older people’s lives. 

A driving licence is required for the role as it may involve some travel.

Please click here for Job Description and Person Specification

Benefits

We VALUE our staff and offer a range of benefits, which include:

• Real Living Wage Employer - We believe in paying our people a real living wage and are a Living Wage Foundation employer.
• Holidays - We offer enhanced annual leave, 28 days PLUS bank holidays. Your wellbeing matters to us!
• Support with healthcare – We have a fantastic Health Cash Plan, which contributes to everyday healthcare costs for you and your family, such as eye tests, dental care as well as access to a 24/7 GP or even a much needed massage.
• Join an amazing organisation - in 2022, 99% of staff say they find their work meaningful and 97% said their work had a positive impact on clients.

To arrange an informal chat, please contact Charlie Rayner, Head of Dementia and Extra Care on 07904 977251 or email charlie.rayner@ageukwestsussex.org.uk

The closing date for applications is close of business 21^st November 2022.

Interviews will take place on 28^th November 2022.

If you are interested in the position, we recommend applying at your earliest convenience as AUKWSBH reserves the right to withdraw a job advertisement at any time.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

As an employer, we want to see the diversity of our communities reflected in our workforce. We believe that employing a rich mix of people from a range of different backgrounds with fresh ideas and different perspectives is key to enabling us to continually improve our services to the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all members of the community.

AUKWSBH is a Disability Confident Committed employer and we encourage applications from people with disabilities. Any candidate with a disability will not be excluded unless the candidate is unable to perform a duty intrinsic to the role, having considered reasonable adjustments. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible for everyone.

To apply please download an application form or email your CV with a full covering letter referring to the person specification, as to why you are suitable for the role to recruitment@ageukwestsussex.org.uk

Should you be successful, you will be subject to a variety of checks, including DBS and references.