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Do you drive? Have access to your own car? Looking to work weekends or evenings? If yes, please read on! Come and join a care community who looks after you as much as they look after the people they care for. It is important to feel valued and appreciated for the hard work you put in, and our client knows this all to well! So what can you expect from the role? You are there to provide a variety of non-medical services that allow clients to remain in their own homes and to enhance the quality of their life. To help clients and their families meet the challenges of aging with dignity, pride, care and compassion. Primary Responsibilities Contribute to a positive living environment to enhance a client's quality of life Document daily activities and report any significant changes in a client's needs or living conditions Maintain regular communication with line manager and office staff Companionship Services which could include, but are not limited to: Offer companionship and conversation Monitor diet and eating Stimulate and encourage through a variety of activities (for example clothing selection, hobbies and crafts) Arrange and provide reminders for appointments, activities and outings Help with travel arrangements Organise mail and write letters Assist with walking (lending an arm to steady) Accompany to appointments and social events (for example visiting friends or family, lunch, club meetings) Home Help Services which could include, but are not limited to: Run errands / collect prescriptions etc Performing light housekeeping tasks (dusting, vacuuming, making beds, changing linens, cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, washing and ironing, taking out rubbish, caring for houseplants etc.) Organise and tidy cupboards and check food expiry dates Plan prepare and tidy away meals Answer the door Assist with pet care Supervise home maintenance Help with shopping and oversee home deliveries Personal Care Services which could include, but are not limited to: Provide medication reminders Help with bathing, dressing and grooming Help with continence care Assist to eat and drink Provide Dementia / Alzheimer care Provide respite / convalescence care Assist with morning/wake up and or evening/tuck in Secondary Responsibilities Participate in company sponsored training and social events including CAREGiver meetings Report hours according to office policy & communicate changes in availability in a timely manner Participate in PEAQ engagement Survey Document client information in Client and Life Journal May require you to run errands and provide incidental transportation for a client using your vehicle or a client's vehicle Perform other reasonable duties as assigned Essential Criteria Ability to treat and care for clients and their property with dignity and respect Ability to adapt to various living environments and locations Ability to listen, communicate clearly and build relationships with clients and their families in a friendly and pleasant manner Willingness to work and communicate professionally with office teams and other social and health care professionals Respect for people with different backgrounds and beliefs to your own and who may have a range of medical conditions. Commitment to non-discriminatory care practice Willing to seek guidance when needed and follow instructions Excellent time keeper who is organized and reliable Ability to adapt to change quickly and make common sense decisions at short notice Good hygiene practice, including personal hygiene and a smart appearance Good level of stamina and fitness to meet the physical demands of the job This role will require you to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the relevant body Class 1 business insurance (if using own car for business purposes) Apply today to have a telephone interview with another care professional
Hours: 37.5 Salary: £29,679 to £31,785 Annum (Salary based on a 37.5-hour contract and higher rate is offered to applicants with relevant level 5 qualifications) Overview of the role Reporting to the Assistant Regional Director, the Home Manager's role is to be responsible for the overall management and daily running of the home, in accordance with CQC standards and Company policies and procedures, with the end purpose of creating a safe, positive and happy environment for all residents. There is an opportunity to study a Level 5 in Care Leadership & Management - General Adult Social Care Diploma to become a qualified Registered Manager. The position requires extensive knowledge, including supervisory experience from working in Adult Social Care. You will need to have a professional approach with the ability to organise and prioritise, and a good knowledge of relevant codes of practice and legislation. Personal attributes Leadership, excellent interpersonal skils, the abilty to build lasting relationships with staff, residents, families and external organisations or partners, being patient, reliable and flexible are key characteristics of a successful Home Manager. What are the benefits? Learning Academy - Level 5 in Care Leadership & Management - General Adult Social Care Enhanced holiday entitlement - starting from 35 days inclusive of Bank Holidays Sick pay entitlement Employee Assistance Programme - comprehensive health and wellbeing support for staff Refer a friend scheme - enjoy a payment of £500 when you recruit a friend to Choice Care Choiceversary - staff receive vouchers of £75 after 5 years, £100 after 10 years and £150 after 15 years to celebrate their commitment to Choice Care Christmas bonus - vouchers for all staff members Life insurance Annual staff awards - this year each winner received £400 and we had over 30 winners in total Complex in-house training - this includes our Advanced Management Development Programme for managers in the making and our Foundation Management Development Programme for rising stars A paid day off on your birthday Free monthly prize draw - all frontline care colleagues are automatically entered into a monthly prize draw. Three winners, selected at random, receive £500 each, tax-free Blue Light Card eligibility Reclaim prescription costs for Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and access free feminine hygiene products whilst on shift Wagestream a financial health app that enables you to track your earnings, save a small amount automatically each month, receive optional pay advances, purchase vouchers for discounts with retailers, and get access to financial support and education minimum service periods and apprenticeship funding eligibility applicable to some benefits Who are we? Choice Care is one of the UK's leading residential care providers for people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions. With over 30 years' experience, we're at the forefront of national best practice, with among the highest CQC ratings of any comparable organisation. We are also proud to be one of the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers for the second year in a row! Our homes are more than just a place to live, they're like a second family for everyone we support. Each home is a close knit community, with its own unique personality, and all the ups and downs of typical family life, built on trust and the promise of unconditional care. Our colleagues build close bonds with the people they care for, helping to create enduring, positive relationships that build confidence and self-esteem. In every Choice Care home there's a strong emphasis on living life to the full and having fun, with purposeful daily activities based on individual preferences and capabilities. Alongside this there are regular social events, projects, outings and holiday breaks which everyone can get involved in and express themselves through. Where will you work? Fearnley House is a large bungalow-style property in Old Windsor, a short distance from Staines and Windsor town centres. The home offers residential support for four men and women of varying ages with moderate to severe learning disabilities, physical disabilities and associated complex needs, all of whom are currently non-verbal. In the garden there is a separate day service summer house used for a range of individual and group activities, including arts and crafts, reflexology and music therapy. The home also has its own specially-designed transport for outings to the cinema, the theatre, Thames Valley Activity Park and other local theme parks and attractions. EHOT
Registered Care Home Manager Service Name: St Audreys Location: St Audreys, Church Street, Old Hatfield, AL9 5AR Salary: 40 - 50K Per annum Hours: 38 Hours PW Do you want to make a positive difference to people's lives, enabling them to gain greater independence and improve their well-being? If the answer is yes, read on! Who are Ambient Support? Ambient Support, a registered UK charity with over 25 years' experience in providing care and support services for older people, people with a mental health needs and people with learning disabilities. St Audrey's is a beautiful 19th Century Manor house which forms part of the Hatfield House Estate. It is an intimate Residential Care Home able to provide care and support to 38 residents. St Audrey's provides a friendly, supportive and welcoming home from home environment offering regular activities and organised events. The role of our Registered Home Manager: You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the home, overseeing all activities within the home. As the Registered Manager with CQC you will be responsible for making sure the quality of the service and care provided meets the Fundamental standards as well as the standards set by Ambient Support. Planning the delivery of the care and support to the people living in the service. Respecting the values, beliefs, and culture of each individual Ensuring that any concerns, complaints, or requests are responded to effectively. Assessing and minimizing risks in order to keep each individual safe. Ensuring that each resident has a person-centered care plan which is continually reviewed with the individual and their family. You will take responsibility for the selection, management and development of all staff working within the service. You will be responsible for marketing and selling the private beds in the service to maximize occupancy and developing the service in line with local needs. You will have a key liaison relationship with the landlord and the Local County Council. To work flexibly over a 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year basis, according to the requirements of the individuals being supported. To be on call out of hours' as part of a rota system To act at all times in accordance with Equal Opportunities legislation with regard to people who we support and staff. To participate in and contribute to any other working groups or meetings as required. Skills and attributes of our Registered Home Manager: A broad range of care skills for older people living in residential care including activities for older people in care. Excellent communication skills including verbal and written both internally and external to the service. Good IT skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, the Internet, and electronic care management systems. Experience of quality improvement Competent approach to budgets and petty cash procedures. Ability to complete and check monitoring sheets and devise rotas. Ability to maintain accurate records. An understanding of discrimination experienced by minority groups due to ethnic origin, disability, gender, age, sexual orientation. The postholder must be able to demonstrate an awareness and ability to relate this knowledge to the needs of older people. Knowledge and understanding of specific conditions that affect older people such as Dementia. Strong people skills. Good Observational and assessment skills. Becoming part of the Ambient family brings benefits too! Flexible working, enabling work-life balance. National Living Wage paid regardless of age, including under 25s. Training and development Refer a Friend' bonus scheme. Season Ticket' loan & Bike to Work' scheme. Paid holiday with minimum of 28 days holiday, including BH (pro-rata for part time staff) Membership of Health Service Discounts scheme Free access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme Do you want to take your first steps towards a new rewarding career? If the answer is yes, then we'd love to hear from you. We positively welcome diversity of background, ethnicity, skills, talents, and contributions from everyone. We are committed to Safeguarding. An Enhanced DBS clearance is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles. REF - INDBH