Job Description

Benefits:

Employee benefits programme which includes discounts at shops and supermarkets, free counselling, and much more. PAID BREAKS NVQ Qualifications available Monthly staff recognition Discounted or free food On-site parking Full induction programme and free training Company pension Referral programme A permanent contract of employment Bank Holiday Pay Rate Uniform Provided No upfront DBS cost Company events

Key Points:

17.52 ph, paid breaks 08:00 - 20:00 days 3 days on, 3 days off rolling rota We will support you to complete an NVQ qualification Fully funded enhanced DBS check Fully funded uniform Free Blue Light Card Subscription Refer a friend bonus scheme Bank holiday pay rate

Who are we?

Danforth Care Homes are focused on making our care homes not just luxury places for our residents to live, but also wonderful places for our team members to work. Because we believe that our residents deserve the very best care we can offer, we are committed to finding exceptional, caring individuals who want to join our team.

We are delighted to have opened Brook Lodge Care Home and would like to invite you to come along for the exciting journey! Brook Lodge is based in SS14 2LA Basildon and we are ready to start building our elite team.

We will ensure that every team member is offered the opportunity to develop their skills and to progress if desired. We believe that caring, compassionate people can find a rewarding career in helping others and that it is our duty to help and encourage them to do so.

The Role:

We are currently seeking a Unit Manager to lead by example and coach/mentor our care teams on a day to day basis to ensure our residents are well cared for, motivated and stimulated to achieve a fulfilled and enriched life. You will become part of the care home family and let's be honest, YOU are what makes our home a great place to live and work!

Being a Unit Manager at Brook Lodge means you will play a vital role in the smooth running of the home in collaboration with the Home Manager. You will have previous leadership experience as a Deputy/Unit Manager or Senior Carer within a residential setting.

We are looking for someone who has an upbeat personality, a happy disposition, self-motivation, the ability to encourage others to provide the best care service possible.

Hours of work:

08.00 - 20.00 and you will be expected to work on a permanent rolling rota of three shifts on, three shifts off which equates to an average of 42 hours per week in total.

Candidate Requirements:

You will have achieved a Diploma/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care to evidence your commitment and passion for care and be excited about the prospect of working as part of a dynamic team, ensuring the home adheres to the necessary requirements and procedures at all times, as the 'deputy' in charge.

We will offer:

A permanent contract of employment

A competitive rate of pay

We will support you to complete an NVQ qualification

Fully funded enhanced DBS check

A job with purpose and satisfaction

Fully funded uniform

Paid Breaks

Refer a friend bonus scheme

This is a varied and rewarding role that will no doubt provide you with a feeling of job satisfaction. If you are seeking an exciting opportunity with a forward-thinking organisation, then this could be the job for you!

Expected start date: TBC

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 17.52 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Discounted or free food On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

12 hour shift Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:

Basildon, SS14 2LA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you require sponsorship?
Experience:

Supervisory: 1 year (preferred) Senior Care: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person