Job Opportunity: Senior Day Care Practitioner at Chirk Court
Location: Chirk Court, Maes y Waun, Chirk, Wrexham LL14 5ND
About Chirk Court: Chirk Court is a well-established care home managed by ClwydAlyn Housing, known for providing high-quality care and support to older individuals, particularly those living with dementia. The facility offers a warm, friendly, and homely environment for up to 66 residents, with each resident having their own en-suite room. Chirk Court boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including a purpose-built dementia care unit based on the University of Stirling’s principles for excellent dementia care delivery.
Position Overview: As a Senior Day Care Practitioner at Chirk Court, you will play a vital role in providing compassionate, high-quality care to our residents. You will lead a dedicated team of care staff, ensuring that care delivery meets the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and support a team of care staff, ensuring the highest standards of care delivery.
* Manage the staffing rota to meet the diverse needs of our residents.
* Administer medication and provide personal care to residents.
* Conduct direct supervision and support of care staff to maintain care standards.
* Utilize IT systems for care planning and record-keeping.
* Engage with residents, their families, and stakeholders to achieve set objectives.
Qualifications and Experience:
* NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, Diploma Level 3, or Core qualification Level 3 Health and Social Care.
* Completion of the All Wales Induction Framework or the Principles and Values section of the framework if qualified.
* Understanding of the physical, social, and psychological needs of individuals in residential care.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Willingness to develop knowledge and skills in current residential care technology.
* Commitment to a non-judgemental approach in work.
* Positive, proactive personality capable of overcoming challenges to achieve positive outcomes.
Application Process: To apply, please send your CV and expression of interest to peopleteam@clwydalyn.co.uk. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role, which we will pay for.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £13.19 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 21 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discounted or free food
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Experience:
* Level 2 in Health and Social Care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* NVQ or Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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