Job Information
Service Manager – Adult Provider Services
Location: Tynedale House, Blyth
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £45,091 - £49,282
Working Pattern: Flexible hours, including out-of-hours cover
Job Summary
We’re looking for a passionate and visionary leader to take on the role of Registered Manager at Tynedale House, a residential care home in Blyth that’s proudly rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing team in a service recognised for excellence and compassion. You’ll champion quality care, ensure full compliance with CQC Fundamental Standards, and cultivate a safe, empowering environment where both service users and staff thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Fulfil the role of Registered Manager in line with CQC and Fundamental Standards.
- Develop and implement service aims that align with corporate objectives and budgetary frameworks.
- Lead by example, providing guidance, motivation, and support to staff to achieve service excellence.
- Ensure effective care planning and promote user participation in service development.
- Maintain a safe, hygienic, and nurturing environment for service users and their families.
- Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, ensuring appropriate action is taken.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to deliver person-centred care.
- Oversee medication procedures and ensure compliance with medical and service protocols.
- Manage budgets, workforce planning, recruitment, and staff development.
- Deliver and support in-house training aligned with National Minimum Standards.
- Represent the service at professional meetings and contribute to service development projects.
- Ensure the unit operates effectively outside of standard office hours and during emergencies.
What you’ll bring:
- NVQ Level 4 in Health & Social Care or equivalent (e.g. CQSW, CSS, DipSW)
- Registered Manager Award
- In-depth knowledge of CQC Fundamental Standards and current inspection frameworks
- Recent experience in a senior management role within adult social care
- Flexible, cooperative, and adaptable to change
- Collaborative team player with integrity and strong ethical values
For further information on this role and for an informal conversation, please contact Hollie Willis, Adult Services Lead Manager, on 07761044643 or Hollie.Willis@Northumberland.gov.uk
Northumberland County Council’s (NCC) vision is ‘Land of Great Opportunities’, for current and future generations. We believe there is no better place to live and work.
For further information about working for NCC, please visit our website here.
Why choose us?
We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:
-26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
-Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
-Flexi scheme (if applicable) – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
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Further information
For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes here.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.
Alternative application format:
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For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930
Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.
