Head of Care

My Client is looking for a Head of Care to work in in their flagship Residential Care Home offering Dementia Care, Residential Care and Respite Care in Keswick.

Duties include :

• Provide strong leadership skills, supporting, energising, inspiring and empowering others in pursuit of a shared vision to ensure the effective management of the home
• To be actively involved the planning and delivery of Resident’s care, ensuring the care provided is of the highest possible quality.
• To contribute to the overall quality of the service delivery, by working closely with other members of the staff team, helping promote good practice taking part in staff meetings, and contributing to meeting the objective of the team.
• Monitor the performance of all care staff and take the necessary action to manage performance, both good and bad.
• To deputise for the Home Manager to ensure the smooth running of the home during any absence.
• To work at all times in accordance with all service policies and procedures, especially:-
• Health and Safety

To be considered you must have prior experience of working within an elderly residential setting as a Senior Carer or Team Leader. You will also be educated to a minimum of Level 3 in Health and Social Care.

Benefits include:

• Competitive Salary and benefits
• Paid breaks; 5.6 weeks holiday a year (including bank holidays)
• The Peoples Pension Scheme
• Induction and training programme for all employees
• Study support and funding of relevant qualifications
• Superb setting and working environment