LITTLEfair Care Home, East Grinstead- Vacancies
We are looking for full time and part-time Carers and Chefs. The full time Carer would be on a permanent rota system, working every other weekend (between 32.5 and 40 hours per week) . The rate would be £8.75 per hour going up to £9.25 if they have a Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification. We would also consider students with a Level 2 at £8.75 per hour and we would put them through a Level 3 qualification after 6 month probationary period. the career progression at Littlefair is excellent and so is the further training.
if you are interested, please ask email at hr@littlefair.net or call 01342 333900.
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Job Title: |
Carer |
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Reports to: |
Senior Carer/Nurse |
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Job Overview: (Note: In addition to these functions employees are required to carry out such duties as may reasonably be required) |
To provide care in accordance with best practice and legislative requirements, reflecting policies and procedures and agreed standards under the direction of the Senior Carer/Nurse To support and enable Service Users to maintain skills and personal interests whilst delivering person-centred care unique to each individual To maintain skills at a current level, undertake such training and development as required from time-to-time to maintain and progress knowledge |
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Location: |
Littlefair Care Home Limited, but you may be required to work from other locations at the discretion of the company and with appropriate notice. |
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Working Hours: |
5 days over 7-day period, with varying shift patterns as agreed with the manager. |
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Role Specific Duties: |
Ensure Service Users are at the heart of care delivery and their wishes and preferences enhance their wellbeing To contribute to the efficient running of the service Support Service Users to maintain their relationships and connections with the local community Ensure Care Plans and other information about how to support Service Users are followed Be responsible for informing the Senior Carer/Nurse of any changes in the needs of Service Users |
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Working with Others: |
Develop effective working relationships with other employees within Littlefair Care Home Limited Work in cooperation with members of the multi-disciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for Service Users If desired by the Service User, maintain and develop relationships with family, friends and other people important in their life |
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Leading by Example: |
Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth Be a role model for other carers and be an ambassador for the service Be professional, polite and reasonable at all times |
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Personal Responsibilities: |
Knowledge of, and work within, the Fundamental Standards Understand the regulatory framework that governs the service, including the role of CQC and their requirements Commit to achieving the relevant qualifications commensurate with the role Attend statutory training and any other training as directed by management Understand and follow all policies and procedures relevant to the role Be open to learning opportunities |
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Specific Requirement for Skills |
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Desirable |
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Proficient Written Skills
Maintain all Care Plans/care records in accordance with Littlefair Care Home Limited policy |
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Leadership Skills
Ability to induct and orientate new employees to the job role and service Provide Service Users with support/assistance as they accomplish daily tasks, including bathing, eating, dressing, grooming and using the bathroom Communicate any problems, concerns or changes to Service Users’ family members as needed |
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Communication Skills
Carers must build rapport with Service Users by establishing personal connections and showing interest in their lives Carers must be able to communicate effectively with Service Users Carers must have the communication skills to inform colleagues, management and professionals about the needs of Service Users |
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Problem-Solving Skills
Carers need to be able to adapt and address situations quickly Plan, develop, implement and assess approaches to promote health and well-being, whilst recognising and reporting situations where there might be a need for protection |
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Specific Requirement |
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Working Together |
Involve Service Users, family, external agencies & colleagues Speak up when things go wrong |
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Respect and Dignity |
Understand person-centred care and can demonstrate treating people as individuals and respecting choices Promoting independence and encouraging appropriate risk taking |
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Everybody Counts |
Ensuring no one is discriminated against or excluded Understand human rights and impact on care delivery Facilitating people to ‘speak up’ about concerns and acting upon them |
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Commitment to Quality of Care |
Striving for quality in everything we do recognising and understanding what quality in care means for people using the services Being accepting about criticism and focusing on improvement Being open to new opportunities for learning and identifying the limits of skills and knowledge |
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Compassion |
Treating people with kindness Understanding the importance of empathy in all areas of employment Understanding the values of others and always providing a caring service |
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Improving Lives |
Focus on how things could be done better and sharing ideas Understanding of wellbeing and what is important to people using the service Improving outcomes for people Ensuring appropriate services are provided for people using the services |
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Job Title: |
Chef/Cook |
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Reports to: |
Registered Manager |
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Job Overview: (Note: In addition to these functions employees are required to carry out such duties as may reasonably be required) |
Prepare menus and agree them with the Service Users and manager, including preferences, special diets and foods as needed Prepare and serve all meals, in a timely manner |
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Location: |
Littlefair Care Home Limited, but you may be required to work from other locations at the discretion of the company and with appropriate notice. |
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Working Hours: |
5 days over a 7-day period, as agreed with manager. |
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Role Specific Duties: |
Make up duty rotas for catering staff, ensuring there are enough skilled staff on duty Under the supervision of the manager, order enough levels of supplies for the catering operation from specified suppliers, using Littlefair Care Home Limited procedures and maintain strict control over costs Operate an efficient stock control system Ensure equipment supplied is used with care, in accordance with suppliers’ instructions and training Ensure all equipment is in good working order and report any faults immediately. If any machine is felt to be dangerous, withdraw it from service immediately |
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Working with Others: |
Assist in the recruitment of staff Induct new starters in accordance with Littlefair Care Home Limited policy Lead, motivate and direct staff Under supervision of the manager, carry out annual staff appraisals for catering staff Conduct staff supervision and personal development plans for catering staff |
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Leading by Example: |
Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth |
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Personal Responsibilities: |
Take responsibility for your own professional development through performance and development reviews and undertake any relevant training |