Ensured smooth operation of household duties by managing staff schedules and tasks.
Manage budgets, resources and service quality so the service runs efficiently without reducing the standard of care
Leading adult learning disability service with 5 residents and managing 16 staff to ensure clients receive care and support that is person-centred, promote choice, dignity independence and community participation
Manage staff through supervision, appraisal, training, rota planning, absence management and performance monitoring
Making sure the service is safe. well-run, and compliant with relevant legislation, CQC standards and health and safety standards.
Cultivated strong relationships with clients to secure repeat business.
Social work resource officer
Brighton an Hove City Council
Brighton, East Sussex
2022.03 - 2024.07
Worked diligently under pressure whilst preserving high-quality output.
Idenfifying family needs, risks, strengths and protective factors, then using that to plan support or referrrals
Collaborated with colleagues for effective teamwork.
Performed thorough investigations into reported incidents, leading to accurate record-keeping.
Liaised closely with external agencies such as social services and housing departments, providing comprehensive support for individuals in need.
Building relationship with children, parents and schools so families can take part in SEN/EHC assessments and review processes
Deputy Manager at Adult social respite service
Brighton and Hove City Council
Brighton, East Sussex
2015.10 - 2022.03
Supporting the registered manager in the day-to-day running of the service, leads staff and ensures safe, person-centred care.
Leading, supervising, mentoring, and developing support workers and other staff
Ensuring respite support is person-centred, flexible, and based on each person's needs, preferences, and outcomes.
Responding to emergencies
Supporting care planning, risk assessments, reviews and implementation of support plans
Managing safeguarding concerns, incidents, complaints, and escalation procedures appropriately.
Making sure records, reports, medication system, audits, rotas and other documentation are accurate and up to date
Facilitated staff meetings, leading to improved collaboration.
Manager at 15 Preston Drove ASC service
Brighton and Hove City Council
Brighton, East Sussex
2013.08 - 2015.09
Ensured smooth operation of household duties by managing staff schedules and tasks.
Manage budgets, resources and service quality so the service runs efficiently without reducing the standard of care
Leading adult learning disability service with 5 residents and managing 16 staff to ensure clients receive care and support that is person-centred, promote choice, dignity independence and community participation
Manage staff through supervision, appraisal, training, rota planning, absence management and performance monitoring
Making sure the service is safe. well-run, and compliant with relevant legislation, CQC standards and health and safety standards.