Job Description

At Brancaster Care Homes Ltd we offer some of the highest quality care, accommodation and support services for people throughout the UK. Our mission is to inspire great care and positive wellbeing at every stage of our Resident's lives.

Our staff who share our ethos and values are our biggest asset and we are positive about their commitment and dedication to each other as well as to our Residents. You will find a warm and friendly welcome when you join our Team.

We pay above 'average' pay rates and we currently have several vacancies. Reporting to the Registered Manager successful candidates will have the following attributes>

Person Specification

A warm and friendly disposition Good communication skills Reliability, flexibility and motivation to work effectively with colleagues Be able to follow instructions and direction Good numeracy and literacy skills

Purpose of the Post

To create a stimulating and developing activity programme to enhance the quality of life for each resident within the care home.
To plan, organise and co-ordinate activities for active daily living for each resident individually and in groups.
To plan and organise an activities programme that will maintain interest and progression over a period of time.
To identify the needs of the collective group and individuals and tailor the activities to suit them.
To assist and support carers in developing activity.
To encourage involvement in the local community.
To plan and organise external outings with appropriate transport.

Duties & Responsibilities

Assist Residents in all aspects of their daily activity programme.
Pay particular attention to assisting Residents who have limited mobility or physical / learning difficulties, making the best use of aids provided.
Support and develop Residents who may be confused and / or who have behavioural problems.
Assist in the promotion of strategies to improve stimulation.
Observe care planning needs for Residents and complete written daily records as instructed and in line with the Company's policies and procedures.
Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with Residents and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the Care Centre.
Under the supervision and guidance of Nursing/Senior Care Staff, report on the well-being of Residents.
Ensure full privacy and dignity is maintained in line with the Company's policies and procedures.
Escort Residents travelling to and from the Care Centre to activities.
Provide risk assessments for levels of activity.
Practice maximum integrity in all dealings with Residents' affairs and avoid abuse of the privileged relationship that exists with Residents.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.40 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

Discounted or free food Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:

8 hour shift
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: ADSR210525