A brand new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Care Co:ordinator to work in an exceptional care home based in the Thetford, Norfolk area. You will be working for one of UKs leading health care providers
This is a purpose built care home designed for older people requiring general or dementia residential and nursing care
**To be considered for this position you must have an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care**
As the Care Co:ordinator your key duties include:
* Work as part of a team to maintain the personal care of residents, respecting the dignity of the individual and promoting independence
* Ensure that care services are consistently provided to a high quality standard
* Assist in the care of the residents physical environment and in the general day:day activities of the home
* You will assume responsibility for the running of the home and for the wellbeing of staff and residents in the absence of the homes Manager
* Responsible for organising your shifts, administering and recording medication, liaising with health professionals and recording to the residents computerised care plans
* Assist with the induction, training and supervision of support staff
* Assist residents who have limited mobility or physical/learning difficulties, making the best use of mobility aids and personal equipment provided
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
* Experience of supervising a care team
* Ability to show empathy/understanding and experience of the needs of the residents
* Good leadership skills with the ability to communicate effectively
* Able to show a can:do attitude always
The successful Care Co:ordinator will receive an excellent salary of GBP15.00 per hour and the annual salary up to GBP32,760 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role up to 42 hours a week on days. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
* Comprehensive induction and training programme
* Opportunities for career development and progression
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Blue Light Card Scheme
* Loyalty Bonus
* Refer a friend and receive a thank you gift of up to GBP500 *
* Full DBS disclosure paid for
* Your uniform will be provided
* Enhanced rates of pay for bank holidays
* Paid breaks
Reference ID: 7205
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