Care Coordinator

We are looking for a Care Coordinator for **our Tewkesbury/Cheltenham **areas - This position will be based working at our head office in Staverton.

We are a family-owned business with an excellent reputation in Gloucestershire and we are keen to find the perfect person to complement our team.

This position is a full-time role, which is Monday to Friday 8-30am - 5.pm.

**We can only consider applicants that have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle.**

We would like someone with experience in a Care Coordinator role that understands scheduling visits. It is imperative that you have good people skills and understand the importance of building a rapport and trust within your care team. Ensuring good communication and be able to lead from the front.

**Role Responsibilities**
- To be responsible for coordinating all the care visits in the area each week.
- To plan a regular permanent schedule of calls that will offer clients and carers continuity.
- To arrange cover for staff annual leave and sickness.
- To liaise with families and health care professionals and build good relationships with the local council brokerage team.
- To support the Service Manager with the growth of the business
- To deliver care to any visits unable to allocate each week.
- To always act in the best interests of the business
- To have a good knowledge of Tewkesbury and Stroud.
- Support new care staff, arranging shadowing and mentoring.
- Have NVQ/Diploma Level 2 or 3 or willing to complete level 3.
- Will have a positive, "can do" attitude.
- Have a full driving license - **Essential.**:

- Have care experience or experience in a Care Coordinating role or similar.
- Be approachable and friendly.
- Be able to use their initiative and work unsupervised.
- Be organised and able to plan and cope in emergency situations.
- Have an excellent telephone manner.
- Be able to work under pressure of a role that you need to be extremely reactive too.
**Company Benefits**
- Work for a family-owned business who value their employees.
- Competitive salary
- Paid bonuses throughout the year in recognition of efforts made.
- Full training provided.
- 28 days paid annual leave.
- Opportunities for career progression
- Supportive senior management

A successful applicant will be required to complete a DBS before commencing employment.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From £22,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discounts
- Wellness programmes
Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
**Experience**:

- care coordinator: 1 year (preferred)
- Home care: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)