Contract type: Fixed Term Contract
Hours: Full Time (36 hours per week)
Working Pattern: Days (to include weekends)
Friends of the Elderly (FotE) is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to providing excellent care with a family feel. We have been supporting older people for over 100 years. The charity provides care home and day care services for older people, as well as grants for those in financial difficulty.
Redcot, specialising in residential care, is located in the delightful town of Haslemere, Surrey. Overlooking beautiful gardens and surrounded by countryside, much of which is owned by the National Trust, Redcot is blessed with a tranquil setting.
Joining our dedicated team as a Shift Leader, you will be responsible for delivering person-centred care, unique to each individual. You will support and enable our residents to maintain key skills, personal interests, independence, choice, and dignity, so they can lead fulfilling lives.
* You will ensure our residents are safe and comfortable.
* You will act as a champion for their safety and dignity.
* You will lead the team in providing quality, individualised care in line with procedures and policies.
* You will ensure that clear, accurate records are kept.
* You will follow procedures for ordering, administering, and dispensing medication.
* You will conduct supervisions and appraisals with staff and promote their development.
* You will maintain a safe, clean workplace and follow infection control protocols.
Our shift patterns include days and weekends.
To succeed in this role, you will need excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with residents and effectively hand over information to colleagues. Digital skills are also required, along with the ability to problem-solve, adapt to situations, and recognize/report safeguarding concerns.
Working as a Shift Leader means no two days are the same.
You should have at least 2 years’ experience in a care setting, ideally in a senior role, and be comfortable administering medication. A compassionate nature, positive attitude, and the ability to supervise and take initiative are essential. An NVQ Level 3 in health and social care and leadership training are desirable but not essential.
We provide comprehensive training and tools. All we ask is a willingness to learn and a genuine enthusiasm to help others live their lives to the fullest.
This isn’t just a job; it’s about making a difference in older people's lives every day.
In return, you will enjoy benefits such as:
* Learning, development, and progression opportunities.
* Paid breaks.
* Monthly prize draw with 3 prizes.
* Wellbeing support through various initiatives, including an employee assistance programme.
* Retail discount schemes.
* Access to affordable loans, salary savings, and advance pay.
* Health cash plans for you and your family.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Long service awards that increase with tenure.
* Referral bonus of £200.
* Group pension plan with 6% employer contribution.
* Free parking at our locations.
* Enhanced pay for evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and overtime.
* Uniforms provided.
* Free DBS checks.
Safeguarding: Keeping everyone safe is a core value. All staff follow our Safeguarding Policy & Procedures and must report any concerns immediately.
Criminal record checks: As this role involves regulated activity, an enhanced DBS check with barred list check is required. Having a criminal record does not necessarily disqualify you; it depends on the circumstances.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: We strive to treat all staff equally and foster a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves. We welcome applications from those with the right to work in the UK.
Apply promptly, as we may close the vacancy early upon successful recruitment. We interview on application receipt.
Please refer to the job description when submitting your application.
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