Deputy Manager/Care Co-ordinator

We are actively looking to recruit a Care Co-ordinator/Deputy Manager and join our fantastic team in Dereham. This is a hugely rewarding role in our residential home Lyles House there is opportunities for career progression and great benefits whilst having the opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives.

Location: Dereham

Salary: £23'000 - £25'000

Days & Weekends available

Working hours: Full-time, Part-time

Shift Pattern: 7 am - 2 pm and/or 2 pm - 9.30 pm

Career progression opportunities

Senior positions available

You will be fully supported and no experience is required has full training is provided however it would be great if you have prior experience.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL:

· Have a full UK Driving License REQUIRED

· Be reliable and trustworthy

· Be able to work on your own initiative.

· Previous experience is preferred but not essential.

· Be willing to participate in basic training such as care certificate, first aid, DBS.

The duties of post:

· Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting residents when required with all aspects of daily living.

· Support in training and supervision of junior and new staff members in all aspects of their work in the care centre, under the supervision of senior staff members.

· Assist residents in all aspects of their care needs (e.g., physical, emotional, and spiritual). Provide attention when needed whilst ensuring residents retain their comfort and dignity.

· Carry out regular checks on residents at intervals determined by senior staff members.

· Ensure full privacy and dignity is maintained for the dying and the bereaved, in line with the Company’s policies and procedures.

· Assist residents who need help during mealtimes (be aware of swallowing difficulties, dietary requirements etc.

· Assist with preparing and serving of food/drinks as requested/required. Wash up as requested/required.

· Escort residents travelling to and from the care home, e.g., on social outings, hospital visits etc.

· Practice maximum integrity in all dealings with residents’ personal and financial affairs and avoid abuse of the privileged relationship that exists with residents.

· Administration of medication, taking upon a lead role, auditing, and ordering medications.

· Ensure resident care plans are up to date, person centred and reviewed alongside the resident and family members.

The skill, experience and qualifications required for each post:

· Sensitivity and understanding

· A desire to help people.

· The ability to work well with others.

· Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

· The ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure.

· To be thorough and pay attention to detail.

· Customer service skills.

· Excellent verbal communication skills.

· be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device.

· It might help to be physically fit because you may need to help lift or move people.

If this sounds like the perfect role for you then please get in touch, we would love to hear from you.

If this sounds like the perfect role for you then please get in touch, we would love to hear from you.