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About Our Home:
Tucked away near the serene North Kensington Memorial Park, Alan Morkill House isn't just a residential home - it's a haven of warmth and community. With 49 bespoke studio flats, we've crafted a space where the elderly and those with dementia find both comfort and camaraderie. Whether it's the hum of activity from our shared sitting rooms or the aroma of freshly baked goods wafting from our kitchens, every corner of our home is designed to evoke a sense of belonging. Just a stone's throw from Ladbroke Grove and the vibrant Portobello, here, every resident crafts their own unique story. Welcome to Alan Morkill House.
RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES:
* Responsible for the day-to-day care of residents, delegating roles to nursing and care staff as appropriate.
* Provide clinical supervision to the Registered Nurses, ensuring they obtain and sustain the clinical competencies necessary to meet the needs of residents.
* Act as a Shift Team Leader and provide overall supervision and development for care staff.
* Contribute to the training of care staff and other staff, acting as a role model at all times.
* Participate in personal and professional development opportunities.
* Monitor, audit and review the service, taking appropriate corrective action where necessary.
* Demonstrate high professional standards and leadership.
* Assist the Home Manager with formal supervision/appraisal of Staff Members in line with company policy and ongoing informal assessment of the work of Staff Members.
* Implement and adhere to Gold Care's policies and procedures, legal requirements, and relevant codes of practice.
* Assist with effective recruitment, performance management, and deployment of staff to deliver high-quality care and support outcomes for people who use our services.
* Liaise with and oversee maintenance contractors and others involved in the maintenance of property, plant, and equipment.
* Promote the service and Gold Care through effective communication with stakeholders.
* Promote the home professionally in the community, maintain private bed occupancy and support corporate marketing.
* Ensure that all staff focus on excellent customer care to enhance the lives of people who use our services and Gold Care's reputation.
* Any other duties consistent with the business of Gold Care Homes.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
* Excellent understanding of the regulatory responsibilities of a Deputy Manager.
* Excellent understanding of the principles of high-quality, person-centred care and support.
* Ability to negotiate and manage a budget.
* Knowledge and use of clinical assessment tools.
* Understand care planning processes and have experience of writing care plans.
* Experience of leading a shift.
* Experience of working in the care home environment.
* Experience of working with individuals with dementia.
SKILLS & BEHAVIOUR:
* Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
* Excellent listening skills.
* The ability to deliver leadership and supervisions.
* The ability to work on own initiative without direct supervision.
* Maintain a professional manner at all times with regard to confidentiality, dignity, and respect.
* Excellent analytical skills.
* The ability to keep calm in emergency situations.
* Flexible manner with a commitment to customer care.
* Values diversity and shows commitment to equality of opportunity.
* Values health and safety and shows a commitment to ensuring a safe working environment.
BENEFITS:
* Salary starting from £33,000 per annum.
* ESAS - Salary Advance.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Perkbox.
* Employee of the Month.
* Long term service awards.
* Blue Light Card.
* Professional Development.
* Refer a Friend.
If this sounds like you and you would like to join the Gold Care Homes family, apply now!
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