Job Description
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 Care Home and would like to invite you to come along for the exciting journey! Broadlands Lodgeis based in Postwich and we are 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 recruiting for a Care Manager at Broadlands Lodge, the role is integral to the home and comes with a high level of responsibility. You will ensure the care provided is always of the highest standard and in accordance with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulations.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure all team members understand the importance of compliance and are delivering the highest level of care possible to the residents at Broadlands Lodge.
- To support and work alongside the Home Manager in the overall requirements regarding care and compliance within the home.
- Ensuring all necessary audits and completed as required and any areas of concern are managed and rectified accordingly and within a timely manner.
- Ensure the home is fully compliant in all regulatory areas and the relevant documentation supports this to evidence as and when required.
- Support the Home Manager to ensure all CQC notifications and safeguarding referrals are completed and submitted within the required timescales.
- Investigate any care and/or compliance inadequacies ensuring they are highlighted and addressed as and when required.
- Conduct pre-admission assessments to ascertain the suitability and care needs of all potential residents.
- Complete and record care practice observations and support with improvements if required.
- Assist with rota management, making sure the required level of staffing is achieved and maintained with a suitable skill mix.
Essential Skills:
· Ability to manage and oversee all elements of care and compliance within the home
· Excellent numeracy and literacy skills
· Ability to lead and manage a multi skilled team
· Ability to communicate with others at all levels
· Ability to plan and manage own workload to achieve required outcomes
· Must have an excellent eye for detail and the ability to identify areas of concern
Desirable Skills:
· Understanding of Broadland Lodge’s local authority
· Experience with regulatory bodies
· Previous experience of working in a compliance focused role
· Knowledge of Person Centred Software (PCS)
We are looking for individuals who have a passion for care (first and foremost) and those who are keen to be the best in the sector. You will work as part of a dynamic care team, ensuring the home adheres to the necessary requirements and procedures at all times.
Hours of work:
Your hours of work will be 08.00 – 17.00, Monday to Friday with an element of flexibility as and when required. This will equate to 40 hours per week in total.
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: 17th April 2023
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £35,000 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Postwick, Norwich, NR13 5HB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Care home: 1 year (preferred)
- Supervisory: 1 year (preferred)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Postwick: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person