Job Description

Purpose of Position

To take responsibility as the person in charge of the day-to-day running of the Unit. To promote a caring environment for residents through high standards of professional practice which are conducive to the physical, emotional, social, intellectual and spiritual needs of the residents. To ensure that each resident receives care appropriate to their individual need. To implement the requirements of the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 To adhere to all policies and procedures issued by the company, embedding them into good practice across the organisation.

Principal Responsibilities

The day-to-day running of the Unit (42 Beds)

To manage the day-to-day running of the Unit and to act as person-in-charge reporting to the registered Manager/Operational Manager/owner

To investigate complaints, take appropriate action and report to the registered Manager/Operational Manager

To liaise with and co-operate with CQC inspectors and inspections.

To liaise and co-operate with Local Authority Monitoring and Contract teams as required

To contribute in supporting Quality & compliance manager in the completion of Quality Assurance surveys when required.

Resident care:

a) to ensure that the emotional, spiritual, physical, medical and material needs of the residents are recognised, assessed and met

b) to support residents in the taking of decisions in matters which affect their lifestyle

c) to make or contribute to the assessment of need of each resident in conjunction with the resident, relevant professional agencies and, where appropriate, the resident's family, and develop a Resident Plan which provides a satisfactory quality of life for that person

d) to promote relationships that enable each resident to participate in the life of the local community to the maximum of their ability

e) to ensure the provision of healthcare arrangements which may include the ordering, recording and, where appropriate, the administration of prescribed medication

f) to be responsible with the registered owner for the efficient running of the domestic character of the business which will include ensuring that the dietary needs of residents are met, ensuring that good standards of food presentation are maintained, ensuring that supplies are ordered and ensuring that good standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained

g) to ensure the provision of care including that which may be provided by a competent and caring relative and which may include terminal care, under the direction of the GP and with the support of the community nursing service.

h) To safeguard residents from abuse and acting immediately to report the situation, following the organisation's policies and procedures including any statutory notification to appropriate Regulations.

3. Staff matters:

a) to assist the registered Manager to ensure that there is good communication with and between staff and to arrange staff meetings

b) to ensure that effective induction, supervision and assessment of staff is carried out and that training needs are identified and met

c) To arrange staff rotas.

Premises

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a) to advise the registered Manager / owner of any malfunction of the heating, lighting or emergency systems and ensure the security of the premises

b) to ensure that the fire regulations are complied with and advise the person-in-control if there are areas of risk

c) to ensure that legislation and regulations concerning environmental health, infection control, building control, planning and health and safety are complied with, and to advise the person-in-control accordingly where action is required

Health and Safety:

To ensure that you work in a safe environment in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act(HSWA) To assist in the maintenance of a safe and healthy work environment by understanding and ensuring adherence to the home's health and safety policies and procedures, including regarding fire To be aware of and understand the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations To ensure that all COSHH records are maintained and updated when necessary To practice and promote safe working practices within the home To be fully aware and comply with infection control policies and procedures and appropriate hand hygiene technique To report immediately to the person in charge any illness of an infectious nature or accident incurred by a resident, colleague, self or another To report to the Manager, maintenance man or person in charge any faults, damaged furniture, faulty appliances, equipment or any potential hazard
If you are interested in making a difference to the lives of our resident's and want to showcase your leadership skills, apply for this role and join us as a Unit Manager.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 39,772.00-48,328.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Dartford DA2 6EG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you or will you in the future require sponsorship?
Licence/Certification:

NMC Pin (preferred)
Work Location: In person