Description

Downing Care is looking for a Home Manager for Tall Oaks a 6 bed care home in Farnborough, Hampshire.  The home, established in 2005, has a CQC rating of GOOD.

Tall Oaks is a specialist care home providing support for young adults with physical and learning disabilities and our areas of expertise includes the care and management of those with Sensory Impairment, Epilepsy, Autism and Rett Syndrome.

Our aim is to support each resident to be as independent as possible, to maintain and develop their skills, to provide them with meaningful, enjoyable life opportunities which will enhance their lives and promote their well-being.

We can only achieve our aims if we have a skilled staff team who want to work with us and share our ideals. We want our staff team to be proud of what they achieve and will support them and encourage them to grow and develop in their role.

Please find the job requirements below:

Leadership and People Management

• Lead by example and develop a skilled and effective staff team who will consistently deliver a person centred service.
• Develop a positive working environment which nurtures staff and rewards good practice.
• Ensure all staff are engaged in a programme of training and personal development.
• Ensure professional standards are maintained through the provision of regular supervision and annual appraisal to all staff.
• Ensure good quality working relationships are built and maintained between staff and the individuals they are supporting.
• Promote good communication and effective working practice through a range of resident and staff meetings.
• Ensure effective recruitment and retention of an appropriately skilled staff team.
• Ensure the provision of support and guidance to the staff team at all times, including out of hours.
• Where necessary ensure that all disciplinary and grievance procedures are carried out in line with Company policy and statutory requirements.
• To continually review the service and manage any required or necessary change effectively.
• Ensure staff adhere to the Code of Practice, Company Policies and guidance detailed in the Staff Handbook.

Resident Support – the post holder is required to ensure:

• Safety and delivery of an appropriate and professional service to all residents through the implementation of an up to date Care Plan, comprehensive Risk Assessments, Care Reviews, Health Reviews, Medication reviews and Health Checks etc.
• That each resident is given opportunities both in the home and in the community to engage in a wide range of activities and social events.
• All residents’ medication is managed safely and appropriately, that it is reviewed, received, stored and administered according to the prescribed guidance and Company policies.
• Good communication with residents’ families and professionals involved in their care.
• That the rights of each resident are upheld at all times.
• That MCA and DOLS assessments are reviewed and updated as required.

Quality management

• Ensure the Home is run in line with Statutory and Company Policies.
• Ensure the home complies with the requirements of the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
• Develop a culture which enables staff members to maximise their development and create areas of expertise within the service.
• Undertake a programme of Audits to ensure the service is continuously reviewed and improved.

Financial

• Manage delegated budgets to ensure resources are used to best effect, in line with Company policy and procedure.
• Report financial discrepancies to the Operations Manager.
• Ensure staff work to and comply with financial systems in line with company policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Ensure that all residents are supported with their finances and that their benefits are reviewed and managed appropriately with them.
• Undertake a programme of financial audits to ensure the financial service is continuously reviewed and improved.
• Report to the Financial Controller the monthly Imprest, Staff Payroll, Invoices and Remittance advice.
• Provide support with the setting of annual budgets.

Governance

• Ensure information is collated and recorded in line with Quality Assessment System and CQC requirements.
• Manage the appropriate maintenance of records and personal information in line with the Data Protection Act and to the standards required by Information Governance.
• To attend reviews as appropriate.
• To attend monthly manager meetings and contribute to the agenda.
• Ensure that all policies and procedures related to the running of the home are adhered to.
• Undertake a programme of compliance audits to ensure the service is continuously reviewed and improved

Health and Safety

• Ensure information is collated and recorded in line with the Company and CQC requirements.
• Manage the appropriate maintenance of records and personal information in line with the Data Protection Act and to the standards required by Information Governance.
• To ensure all required annual reviews are completed and necessary action taken to address and shortcomings or required safety developments.
• To attend monthly manager meetings and contribute to the Health and Safety agenda.
• Ensure that all policies and procedures related to the safe running of the home are in place and adhered to.
• Ensure that all required Infection Control policies and procedures are in place, monitored and managed appropriately, keeping safety of residents, staff and others paramount.
• Ensure that all Covid-19 policies and guidelines are reviewed and updated as necessary, and all action is undertaken as required.
• Ensure that all Environmental Risks are assessed, and action is taken to address any shortcomings.

Equity and Diversity

• Ensure information is collated and recorded in line with Statutory and CQC requirements.
• Manage the appropriate maintenance of records and personal information in line with the Data Protection Act and to the standards required by Information Governance.
• To attend monthly manager meetings and contribute to the agenda.
• Ensure that all policies and procedures related to the running of the home are adhered to.
• To be aware and able to support he staff with all legislation relating to Equality and diversity.

Qualifications and Experience

We are looking for a Home Manager who wants to make a difference to peoples’ lives and who wants to lead a staff team to do the same.  Someone who will embrace the ideals that we hold in giving our residents as good a life as we can and who will go the extra mile for them.

‘This is not just a job – it requires heart and passion and the will to achieve for others’.

This overview of the role is not exhaustive, it will be subject to periodic review and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the business. The post holder will be expected to participate in this process, and we would aim to reach agreement to the changes Required for this role.

Salary, Working Hours and Benefits

• Full time post – 40 hours per week
• Salary 30K + depending on experience
• Performance related annual bonus
• Free parking on site
• Company pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave + 8 Bank holidays
• Free meals on duty and a paid lunch break

Location

Tall Oaks
5 Pirbright Road
Farnborough Park
Farnborough
GU14 7AB

Contact details

Description

We are looking for a Part Time Night Support Worker to join our team and provide a person centred, needs led service to adults with a learning and/or physical disability.

We are looking for passionate, caring people to support the residents during the night ensuring their safety and assisting with their personal care, preparation of snacks and drinks and the administration of medication. Laundry and cleaning duties are also carried out during the night.

Essential:

• Genuine interest in working within a caring environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Team player.
• Willingness to participate in vocational training programmes.

Qualifications:

Care Certificate/NVQ2 preferable but not essential.

Most important skills are:

• A caring nature.
• An approachable attitude.
• An open mind.
• The desire to work with people of all ages and from all backgrounds.
• Sensitivity.
• Good communication skills.
• Good listening skills.
• A tactful nature.

About the service

Tall Oaks is a highly specialised care home situated in Farnborough, that looks after young women and men with physical and learning disabilities, as well as having the expertise to look after those with sensory impairment and epilepsy.

Staff at Tall Oaks have shown proven effectiveness in contributing to the quality of life of the residents, whilst maintaining a comfortable and friendly environment.

Location

Tall Oaks, Downing Care – Farnborough, Hampshire

Hours

20.30pm-07.30am – 2/3 nights per week

Benefits

• Fully paid induction and training
• Workplace pension as per the government regulations
• Free parking
• Meals on duty

Salary details

Good rates of pay – starting at £9.70 per hour for candidates with Care Certificate and experience rising to £10.50 for candidates with qualifications such as Diploma in Social Care and experience.

Contact details

Description

We are looking for a Senior Support Worker to join our team and provide a person centered, needs led service to adults with a learning disability and or physical disability, supporting them in all aspects of their lives, with personal care, decision making, activities and lifestyle choices and promoting their independence. The candidate must a clean driving license. They will be required to drive the minibus in order to support the residents with community activities.

Main duties and responsibilities

• To take responsibility for the day to day supervision of the residents and the staff.
• Ensure good team working through a balance of skill, strengths and weaknesses.
• Lead the shift – ensuring staff deliver person centered practice and meet the individual care plan needs and wishes.
• You will be expected to work early, late and weekend shifts as scheduled on a rota basis ( flexible ). This is a seven day per week, 24 hour service and as such you will be expected to work Bank Holidays if the needs of the service require you to do so.
• To support the Home Manager in ensuring the smooth running, organization and management of the home.
• Participate in the assessment of changing care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of person centered care and in the setting of care standards.
• To support the Home Manager in ensuring that each resident has an up to date, comprehensive, individualised and structured program of relevant, age-appropriate in-house and community based activities.
• Promote good communications between staff, residents, and their families or representatives.
• To positively act for and promote the company in line with policy, procedure, employee handbook and position of responsibility.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with GDPR.
• To adhere to the Essential Standards of Care and to apply key principles to promote good practice throughout the service.
• To work in a professional non discriminatory effective manner at all times.
• Support Service Users to manage their resources and finances.
• Ensure all receipts, change and relevant paperwork are received prior to the end of each shift.
• Support petty cash and personal allowance reconciliation and all transactions are recorded in line with organizational procedure
• Attend and contribute to reviews and multi-disciplinary meetings.

About the service

Tall Oaks is a highly-specialised care home situated in Farnborough, that looks after young women and men with physical and learning disabilities, as well as having the expertise to look after those with sensory impairment and epilepsy.

Staff at Tall Oaks have shown proven effectiveness in contributing to the quality of life of the residents, whilst maintaining a comfortable and friendly environment.

Location

Tall Oaks, Downing Care – Farnborough, Hampshire

Hours

39 hours a week

Benefits

• Fully paid induction and training
• Workplace pension as per the government regulations
• Free parking
• Meals on duty

Salary details

Starting at £10.50 per hour increasing in line with experience and qualifications.

Contact details

Description

We are looking for a Night Support Worker to join our team and provide a person centred, needs led service to adults with a learning and/or physical disability.

The Chestnuts is a residential home for adults with learning and physical disabilities.

We are looking for passionate, caring people to support the residents during the night ensuring their safety and assisting with their personal care, preparation of snacks and drinks and the administration of medication. Laundry and cleaning duties are also carried out during the night.

We are looking for fun, happy individuals who can really make a difference to the lives of our residents.

Staff should be able to work some shifts at weekends although we try and ensure that you have two clear weekends a month where you are not expected to work.

About the service

The Chestnuts comprises three self-contained homes, The Willows ( 8 bedrooms), The Beeches (8 bedrooms) and The Cherries (4 bedrooms). All bedrooms are single occupancy and the homes and gardens are fully wheelchair accessible.

At The Chestnuts we recognise the need for a stable, experienced, well trained and motivated staff who can deliver the very best care possible. We have a very loyal staff team, the majority of whom have been with us for many years.

We would love to hear from you should you like to join our dedicated team.

Location

West Byfleet, Surrey

Hours

Full time

Benefits

• Fully paid induction and training
• Workplace pension as per the government regulations
• Free parking
• Meals on duty

Salary details

Good rates of pay – starting at £9.50 per hour for candidates with no experience rising up to £10.50 for candidates with qualifications such as Care Certificate / NVQ2.

Contact details

Description

We are looking for a Support Worker to join our team and provide a person centred, needs led service to adults with a learning and/or physical disability.

We are looking for caring, enthusiastic day staff to work at The Chestnuts in Byfleet Surrey, a home that specialises in caring for adults with Learning and Physical Disabilities.

You will be required to assist with all activities of daily living and support the residents to participate in a range of activities within the home and community.

About the service

The Chestnuts comprises three self-contained homes, The Willows ( 8 bedrooms), The Beeches (8 bedrooms) and The Cherries (4 bedrooms). All bedrooms are single occupancy and the homes and gardens are fully wheelchair accessible.

At The Chestnuts we recognise the need for a stable, experienced, well trained and motivated staff who can deliver the very best care possible. We have a very loyal staff team, the majority of whom have been with us for many years.

We would love to hear from you should you like to join our dedicated team.

Location

West Byfleet, Surrey

Hours

Full time

Benefits

• Fully paid induction and training
• Workplace pension as per the government regulations
• Free parking
• Meals on duty

Salary details

Good rates of pay – starting at £9.50 per hour for candidates with no experience rising up to £10.50 for candidates with qualifications such as Care Certificate / NVQ2.

Contact details

Description

We are looking for a Night Support Worker to join our team and provide a person centred, needs led service to adults with a learning and/or physical disability.

We are looking for passionate, caring people to support the residents during the night ensuring their safety and assisting with their personal care, preparation of snacks and drinks and the administration of medication. Laundry and cleaning duties are also carried out during the night.

Essential:

• Minimum 1-year experience in the care industry with night shift experience.
• Minimum qualification – Care Certificate.
• Genuine interest in working within a caring environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Team player.
• Willingness to participate in vocational training programmes.

Qualifications:

Care Certificate.

Most important skills are:

• Previous experience of working in a care setting ( min 1 year ) with night shift experience.
• A caring nature.
• An approachable attitude.
• An open mind.
• The desire to work with people of all ages and from all backgrounds.
• Sensitivity.
• Good communication skills.
• Good listening skills.
• A tactful nature.

About the service

Blue Cedars is a relaxed and secure home set in a peaceful, residential location. It is a 6 bedroom residential care home where we specialise in caring for people with learning and physical disabilities. All bedrooms are single occupancy, and the homes and gardens are fully wheelchair accessible.

We believe in providing a high standard of care to all our residents within a happy, professional home managed by approachable, qualified, and experienced staff.

Location

Blue Cedars – Farnborough, Hampshire

Hours

Waking Nights – 9pm to 8am
Saturday, Sunday and Monday
33 hours per week

Benefits

• Fully paid induction and training
• Workplace pension as per the government regulations
• Free parking
• Meals on duty

Salary details

Good rates of pay – starting at £9.50 per hour for candidates with Care Certificate and experience rising to £10.50 for candidates with qualifications such as Diploma in Social Care and experience.

Contact details

Description

We are looking for a Support Worker to join our team and provide a person centred, needs led service to adults with a learning and/or physical disability.

We are looking for caring, enthusiastic day staff to work at Blue Cedars, Farnborough Hampshire.

You will be required to assist with all activities of daily living and support the residents to participate in a range of activities within the home and community.

About the service

Blue Cedars is a relaxed and secure home set in a peaceful, residential location. It is a 6 bedroom residential care home where we specialise in caring for people with learning and physical disabilities. All bedrooms are single occupancy, and the homes and gardens are fully wheelchair accessible.

We believe in providing a high standard of care to all our residents within a happy, professional home managed by approachable, qualified, and experienced staff.

Location

Blue Cedars – Farnborough, Hampshire

Hours

Full time – flexible
39 hours per week

Benefits

• Fully paid induction and training
• Workplace pension as per the government regulations
• Free parking
• Meals on duty

Salary details

Good rates of pay – starting at £9.50 per hour for candidates with no experience rising to £10.50 for candidates with qualifications such as Care Certificate / NVQ2/3.

Contact details

Description

We are looking for a Support Worker to join our team and provide a person-centred, needs led service to adults with a learning and/or physical disability.

We are looking for caring, enthusiastic day staff to work at Jasmine House (Alton) Hampshire, a home that specialises in caring for adults with Learning and Physical Disabilities.

You will be required to assist with all activities of daily living and support the residents to participate in a range of activities within the home and community.

About the service

Jasmine house is a 5-bedroom home. All bedrooms are single occupancy, and the homes and gardens are fully wheelchair accessible.

At Jasmine House we recognise the need for a stable, experienced, well trained and motivated staff who can deliver the very best care possible. We have a very loyal staff team, the majority of whom have been with us for many years.

We would love to hear from you should you like to join our dedicated team.

Location

Jasmine House Alton, Hampshire.

Hours

Full time

Benefits

• Fully paid induction and training
• Workplace pension as per the government regulations
• Free parking
• Meals on duty

Salary details

Good rates of pay – starting at £9.50 per hour for candidates with no experience rising up to £10.50 for candidates with qualifications such as Care Certificate / NVQ2/3.

Contact details