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Our tenants are at the heart of everything we do at the Meath Epilepsy Charity with person-centered planning we make sure that everyone remains focused on achieving their goals and to maintain their independence as much as possible.
We require team players with excellent communication skills who want to deliver a high level of care and support, whilst maintaining safety standards at all times in line with company policies. Previous experience of care work is essential and full training will be provided.
This role is based in Godalming, Surrey and is full time (37.5 Hours per week) and currently covers Croft Road, Summer House Road and Henry Marshall House
Excellent benefits: Enhanced holiday & sick pay, free on-site parking, healthcare cash back scheme, free on-site gym, free meals on duty, excellent progression.
Key responsibilities include:
* To oversee the direct care provision for all aspects of the individual tenant's assessed needs in line with their care plan.
* Assist the manager with the management of the team and organise the team in their absence.
* To supervise and manage Support Workers and bank staff, including their appraisals, supervisions and induction where appropriate.
* To support other staff and assist in the implementation of management decisions.
* Respsonsible for staff following all Policies and Procedures.
* Complete relevant checks and audits weekly and monthly.
* Administering and storage of prescribed medication in line with legislation.
* To manage Workforce systems on behalf of the Supported Living team (including rotas)
* To support payroll processes working to a deadline.
* To assist the Supported Living Manager to develop and implement robust medication management systems and process.
* To be responsible for the review and development of care plans and PCS system, with a focus on measurable outcomes for each tenant.
* Communicate and convey relevant information about the tenants to team members, in order that the individual plan of care may be regularly updated, and appropriate care given provided, paying attention to any changes observed in the tenant's physical, medical or psychological condition.
* Reporting immediately to the senior management, any accident or untoward incident, which may occur to a tenant, member of staff or visitor.
* To have full knowledge of the steps to take in line with Safeguarding Adults at Risk Policies should an allegation of abuse be witnessed or made by you and be responsible for ensuring that the team are following the safeguarding guidelines.
* To attend 1:1 supervision meeting with your line manager every six weeks.
* To follow as instructed any reasonable instruction given by your line manager, manager or senior manager as required.
* Any other reasonable tasks that may be required.
* To be conversant with and implement Meath policies and procedures.
The duties and responsibilities outlined above do not represent a full list of the tasks the post holder will be expected to perform. Other tasks may be required for the proper performance of the job and any other related tasks.
Experience, Knowledge and Qualifications for this role: To be able to communicate with the General public, trustees, Professional bodies and all other parties on behalf of The Meath both written and verbal, excellent working Knowledge of Word, Excel and other operating systems.
Essential: Take Responsibility/Work well independently as well as part of a team/ Flexible, Reliable and punctual/ Willingness to attend and participate in relevant training to ensure that high operational and safety standards are maintained at all times/ High degree of confidentiality with regard to all at the Meath.
Desirable: Be aware of CQC requirements & hold a relevant Health and Social Care Qualification or be willing to work towards a qualification. NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (preferred). 2 years in Supervisory care.
Inclusivity & Diversity: We recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality creativity, and identity to work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to be part of our charity in supporting our inspirational tenants.
Our values are embedded into our culture here at The Meath, designed by our team, and how we live our every day:
We are COLLABORATIVE – We are trusting, We achieve more together, We communicate
We CARE – We are person-centred, We are respectful, We are skilled & knowledgeable
We are PROUD – We work as a team, We take pride in the people that we support, We take pride in our community
We are INCLUSIVE – Everyone is important, Everyone has a voice, Everyone is welcome
We EMPOWER – We are creative, We are positive, We support individual development & achievement
What we offer
You will be entitled to an excellent benefits package:
* 25 days annual leave full time equivalent (plus bank holidays)
* Pay enhancements on Easter Sunday & Christmas Day
* Generous pension scheme – employer 7% contribution / employee 5% contribution
* UK Healthcare policy (cash back policy for optical, dental, therapy treatments & consultations)
* Free on-Site Gym
* Subsidised onsite café, The Hive
* Godalming station less than 5 mins walk away / free car parking
* DBS free of charge
* Excellent in-house training both face-to-face and online.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £15.60 per hour
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Gym membership
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
Experience:
* care: 2 years (required)
* supervisory care: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
* NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person