Overview
Head of Care – Care and Support - Thornfield Care Home
Contract: Full Time Salary: £17.00 Per Hour Shift Type: Days Contracted hours: 40
Thornfield Care Home is situated on the outskirts of the seaside town of Seaton, located on the world-famous Jurassic Coast. Thornfield Care Home is registered for 52 residents. This role requires you to work alternate weekends.
What we offer
* £17.00 per hour
* Pension
* Onsite Parking
* Paid DBS
* Uniform Provided
* 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)
What You’ll Do
* Lead with Compassion: Provide exceptional care and support to residents, ensuring their needs are met with empathy and respect.
* Set the Standard: Maintain high standards of care and service, ensuring that all practices are in line with our commitment to excellence.
* Inspire and Motivate: Supervise, lead, and motivate a team of care assistants, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
* Care Planning: Prepare, review, and understand care plans, ensuring they are tailored to meet each resident’s individual needs.
* Medication Management: Administer medication as instructed, following all guidelines and protocols.
* Monitor and Respond: Keep a close eye on the wellbeing of residents, responding promptly and appropriately to any concerns or changes in their condition.
* Foster Communication: Develop and maintain effective working relationships with team members, ensuring clear and open communication.
What We’re Looking For
* Caring Nature: A compassionate and motivated individual who provides the best care for residents.
* Experience: Proven experience supporting older people, ideally including those living with dementia.
* Leadership Skills: Confident and experienced in leading a care team, with a strong ability to champion the wellbeing of residents.
* Qualifications: SVQ or NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care is essential.
Why You’ll Love This Role
* Make a Difference: Play a key role in enhancing the quality of life for our residents and supporting your team to achieve their best.
* Leadership Opportunity: Step into a leadership position that allows you to shape and guide a dedicated team of care assistants.
* Supportive Environment: Work in a nurturing environment where your contributions are valued and where you’ll receive ongoing support and development.
* Positive Impact: Experience the satisfaction of knowing your efforts are directly improving the lives of those in your care.
About us
You’ll be joining a values-led care home that’s part of the Care Concern Group, a family-owned provider with over 100 care homes across the UK. We’re expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to our residents. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in a growing and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do: Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity. These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.
If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role where your leadership and care skills can truly shine, we’d love to hear from you!
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