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Job Summary
The post holder will be responsible for the Care Team working on the shift.
They will deliver physical, psychological and social care to the frail elderly residents of the home.
Ensure the smooth running of the routines within the home. Full supervision of any staff in the induction period; and the recording and maintenance of crucial records relating to residents and procedures.
Other responsibilities will include receiving and distribution of medication; acting as a point of reference; answering enquiries from visitors and professional bodies associated with the care of the residents.
Objectives
Deliver a high level of personal and psychological care to all residents in a professional measure, complete relevant documentation to meet all their personal care requirements e.g. medications; toileting; bathing; etc.
Complete records where required to a satisfactory standard. Ensuring the changeover documentation is fully completed within the times frames agreed.
Supervise, support and act as a point of reference for the staff on duty, acting as a motivator and mentor promoting team-working for both care staff and co-worker senior staff.
Act as an ambassador for the Home in all dealings with visitors and the general public, who call at the home for whatever reason by displaying impeccable professional behaviour and leading by example.
Ensure the individual rights of residents and staff are safeguarded in accordance with the Home’s philosophy of care by being aware of the working practices and activities being actioned.
Provide an efficient telephone and enquiry service to the general public and relatives, by listening to what is required and when necessary seeking the answers and calling the person back.
Accept responsibility for a specialist area (to be agreed) to be controlled and managed by you for the benefit of the Management/Senior Carer Team.
General Responsibilities
Maintain an awareness of the Health and Safety requirements.
Work individually and within the team to provide the necessary back up for all staff, to a standard commensurate with aims and objectives of the Home and in consideration of the residents.
Observe and maintain high levels of communication within the teams of staff, individual colleagues and residents.
Maintain client and business confidentiality at all times.
To carry out any additional duties requested.
To undertake any additional training and development programmes the Home may consider appropriate to enhance your contribution to work at this home.
To review on a regular basis the job description for your post and to negotiate any changes.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £15.76-£18.76 per hour
Benefits:
Experience:
- providing care: 1 year (preferred)
- supervisory: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving License (preferred)
- NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (preferred)
Work Location: In person
