Job Description

The role is for a 34 bed residential care home for older people. We are seeking a new Senior Carer/Team Leader to work closely with the homes management team with responsibility for the safe running of the home during the day. You must be able to work as part of a team but also use initiative and work independently of the team at times. You will at all times receive support from management.

NVQ level 3 and previous Medicine Management experience required

Job role consists on a rolling rota consisting of the following: one week 7am-2pm followed by 2pm-9pm the following week on a rolling rota. You will at times be asked cover weekends, but this will be for sickness/holiday cover when required.

It is preferred that you be fully COVID vaccinated but not essential.

Applicants can apply via email or by ringing the home direct on 525 0555

The job description is as follows:

Management of Care Services:

1.

Develop effective working relationships with the Manager of The Home.

2.

Support an open, positive and inclusive management culture.

3.

Participate in the development of The Home's policies.

4.

Participate in the evaluation of The Home against agreed organisational goals, as well as business and quality objectives.

5.

Work to establish effective employer-employee relationships.

6.

Minimise legal risks.

7.

Participate in the maintenance of The Home's management information systems.

8.

Assist in the formulation and implementation of care policies and procedures.

9.

Assist in the implementation and maintenance of the standards required by legislation related to the registration of The Home.

10.

Assist in the design and administration of an evaluation of the care standards and care service provision.

11.

Systematically solve day-to-day problematical issues which arise.

Management of care Services:

1.

Assist in the development of the philosophy, goals and objectives for the care practice.

2.

Assist in the assessment of the effectiveness of care implementation and delivery

3.

Implement action to meet and maintain care standards.

4.

Work in cooperation with members of multi-disciplinary health teams so as to maximise opportunities for Service User therapeutic care.

5.

Ensure that Service User rights are protected

6.

Encourage a model of self-care and Service User rehabilitation.

7.

Evaluate Care Plans.

8.

Evaluate standards of care competence.

Professional Long Term care Leadership:

1.

Encourage innovative methods for the delivery of care.

2.

Encourage health promotion within care strategies.

3.

Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth.

4.

Promote a positive image for residency/services provided and employment within The Home.

Management of the Human Resources:

1.

Cooperate with the implementation, evaluation, orientation and induction of all new employees.

2.

Assist individual staff members to develop in their roles and levels of compliance with agreed standards.

3.

Support the implementation of The Home's policies and procedures.

4.

Support the effective resolution of team conflicts.

5.

Support a work atmosphere which promotes a high quality of work life.

6.

Support and maintain a culture of performance and excellence.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 14.21 per hour

Benefits:

On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability
Experience:

Care: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 06/06/2025
Expected start date: 13/06/2025