Team Leader/Senior care

Team Leader/Senior care - 13 Greenway Park

At Cocklebury Farmhouse Homes we are striving to support people to live enjoyable and fulfilling lives. Our commitment to this is consistent for the people within our care, the people within our staff team, and the people within our local community.

This is achieved by providing the support to enable individuals the chance to explore who they are in a safe and constructive way, to live active and engaging lives, as well as interacting and supporting our local community.

Our vibrant care team is central to attaining this high level of care. Their enthusiasm and commitment creates a family atmosphere between the staff and residents that we are all proud of. In turn we aim to support the care team to make a difference in a culture where their opinion matters.

We have 3 small independently owned homes that provide accommodation and care for individuals who have a learning disability and behaviours which can challenge. Many of the individuals we support are autistic.

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The Opportunity

We are searching for an energetic person to join our team who can help make a difference in people's lives.

No previous experience in care is necessary. We feel that the right qualities in a person are more important to the role. Our homes are unique in the support we provide and we have a comprehensive induction period. All training will be provided.

The qualities we are searching for are;

• Confidence

• Understanding the importance of structure and routines

• Leadership and team worker

• Ability to form positive relationships - Energetic and a can-do attitude

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The role requires you to;

• First and foremost meet the needs of our residents in an inclusive and person centred manner

• Organise shifts on a day to day basis ensuring that all appointments are kept and activities have staff assigned

• Liaise with the managers regarding the running of the home

• Take a lead in the provision of activities and opportunities available. This could be nature walks, swimming and bike rides, as well as trips to Longleat, Westonbirt, the beach and other places of interest

• Empowering independence and skills building through active support

• Medication administration

• Update records and other administrative duties

• Understand the values of care and follow specific training.

• Knowledge of current good practice and the ability to understand these in the context of the individual, based on their personal strengths and needs

Many activities, health appointments and other general duties require the use of our vehicles. Therefore, a full driving licence is necessary.

All residents have a degree of behaviours of concern. We have a range of preventative procedures and techniques individual to each person, however the foundations are centred on staff building good relationships and keeping people active and engaged.

The role is 40 hours a week as part of a 4 Leader/Senior care team. The shifts include days, evenings, sleep-ins (not waking night) and working every third weekend.

Previous experience in such a role is not required as all training is provided during induction and ongoing. However, the ability to follow procedures and policies, understand instruction and uphold values is essential.

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Salary band

Starting from £32,500 per annum and will increase with experience; skills and development.

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What we Offer You

Competitive rates of pay, limited only by your commitment and abilities

Fully funded continuous development training provided

Overtime available

NEST Pension Scheme with employer contribution

Attendance bonus

On-site parking

The satisfaction of knowing you are making a difference

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £32,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person