Senior Care and Community Support Officer

4 weeks ago


Blandford Forum, Dorset, United Kingdom BlueGreen Recruit Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Care and Community Support Officer to join our team at BlueGreen Recruit. As a key member of our care team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest standards of care are consistently provided to our clients.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Undertake effective and efficient assessments of our clients, including risk assessments, care planning, and monitoring of their health needs.
  2. Support the safe administration of medication and monitor our clients' health needs.
  3. Support and guide colleagues, including performance reviews and 1-1s, to ensure effective team communication and performance.
  4. Support and guide colleagues with accurate recording of care delivery and any changes to our clients' conditions.
  5. Guide colleagues as they assist our clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and mobility.
  6. Encourage participation in activities and foster a positive living environment.
  7. Maintain a safe and clean environment, adhering to all health and safety regulations.
  8. Take responsibility for delegated areas of work as required, including specific projects.
  9. Participate in or lead colleague meetings and undertake and deliver training as required.
  10. Contribute to the development of services as required in accordance with directorate policy and/or in response to the needs of our clients.
Person Specification

We are looking for an individual with:

  • Previous experience in a similar role within a care home or similar environment.
  • Appropriate qualification NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) or above.
  • Significant knowledge and application of relevant legislation, e.g., Care Standards Act 2000, Community Care Act 1991.
  • Significant knowledge of risk assessment process.
  • Significant knowledge of care planning process obtained in a similar environment.
  • Ability to lead, manage, and communicate effectively with team members.
  • Ability to plan, organise, and monitor own work.
  • Current medication training and experience.
  • Experience of understanding and applying anti-discriminatory practice.
  • Management of colleagues, including use of people management policies and procedures.
  • Understanding of Safeguarding Adults policy and procedures.
  • Significant experience of assessing individual client needs.
What We Offer

We offer a range of benefits, including:

  • Generous annual leave entitlement.
  • Enhanced maternity pay.
  • Occupational sick pay entitlement from day one.
  • Funded Blue Light discount package.
  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Comprehensive induction.
  • Excellent training and development opportunities.
  • Access to Litmos online learning platform.
  • Refer a Friend Bonus.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.



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