Respite Service Manager

Job Role: Respite Service Manager
Hours: Full Time – 37.5hrs
Shift Patterns: Typically Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (with the expectation to cover shifts outside of these times as required)
Pay Rate: £17.63 per hour
Location: St. Joseph's, Blundell Avenue, Freshfield, Formby, Liverpool, L37 1PH

Application Closing Date: Monday 21st April 2025

Be the Difference: Take Your Career to the Next Level as a Respite Service Manager!

We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Respite Manager ready to take on a leadership role at St. Joseph’s. If you have a passion for providing high-quality care and leading a team to deliver the best outcomes for residents, this is the role for you.

Whether you're looking to develop your existing leadership skills or step into a new challenge, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities and complex health needs.

What We’re Looking For:
To be considered for this role, you’ll need:

• A compassionate, caring nature and a genuine passion for making a difference in people’s lives
• Experience working with adults/children with learning disabilities, in a management role.
• Level 5 QCF in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Experience working in partnership with a range of agencies, health and care professionals, service users and families/ carers.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (please note, we cannot offer sponsorship or work visas)

About the Role:
As Respite Service Manager, you will be leading a dedicated team, supporting residents with learning disabilities and complex health needs. Your role will include:

• Leading a team of Senior Support Workers and Support Workers to deliver exceptional care that prioritises the safety, dignity, and personal needs of our residents
• Providing leadership, guidance, and support while maintaining the highest standards of care
• Conducting regular supervisions and appraisals to help your team develop professionally
• Being responsible for the co-ordination, assessment, planning, delivery and review of service user care and support by all staff
• Ensuring clear, accurate records are kept and care is continuously monitored and reviewed
• Building strong relationships with families, health professionals, and the wider community to enhance residents’ well-being

About St. Joseph’s:

St Joseph’s Respite Service is a twelve bedded respite service, supporting adults with profound and multiple learning disabilities and complex health care needs. We are committed to the provision and development of person-centred care and support services, which meet the needs of the people we support, and those of the wider community relying on the provision of respite. Our vision at St Joseph’s is that people lead life to the full, with their dignity respected, independence supported, and uniqueness valued.

We are proud of our Good CQC rating and are committed to ensuring that every resident receives the highest quality care. Our team works collaboratively to create an atmosphere of warmth and respect, where every individual is valued.

Why Join Us?
At the Frances Taylor Foundation, we care deeply about our staff, and we’re committed to offering opportunities for professional growth and development. As a Respite Service Manager, you’ll enjoy:

• Comprehensive training and development to help you thrive in your role
• £750 recommend-a-friend bonus – because great people know great people!
• A generous sick pay scheme to support you when you need it
• Pension contributions for your future
• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus paid lunch breaks
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for support with health and wellbeing
• A positive and supportive work culture where your contributions are recognised and valued

What Our Team Says:
"I’ve been with the Frances Taylor Foundation for three years, and I can honestly say it’s the best organisation I’ve worked for. The support, training, and team spirit here are unmatched." – Current Employee