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At Fairfield our vision is of an exceptionally happy home where residents enjoy a fulfilling later life.
To achieve this, our mission is to provide outstanding individually tailored support in a home filled with kindness and compassion.
Job Summary
To contribute to the smooth running of the home as a member of the operations group. To work under the general direction of the DoC/RM and to support the service to provide effective care for every resident. To make sure that each resident maintains their independence, retains choice, preserve dignity and live a full life. We believe that a well-supported and highly motivated team is essential to our success and our focus on this was acknowledged in May 2025 with the award of Oxfordshire Apprenticeship Employer of the Year < 250 employees.
Responsibilities
* To work as part of the Operations Group to develop and disseminate Fairfield’s vision, mission and strategy amongst the team to promote high levels of aspiration and a forward looking approach.
* To support the smooth running of the home through attendance at Operations Group meetings and providing a key line of communication between the Care Team and the Senior Leadership Team.
* Support the Senior Leadership Team in building a strong team environment among the Operations Group and the wider team, providing opportunities for personal and team development.
* To be responsible for co-ordinating the work of the whole care team when leading a shift.
* Line manage all Team Leaders and Senior Care Assistants working on days including annual appraisal and supervisions in line with agreed procedure, supporting them to deliver a high standard of care to all residents.
* To ensure that all Plans of Care are in place within 72 hours of admission and are evaluated on a monthly basis by key workers.
* Mentor care staff in the management and daily delivery of care, working to continually enhance standards in a supportive environment.
* To participate in the induction, training and development of new team members.
* When on duty be the named “First Aider”.
* To ensure that all reports, letters and other written material for which you and your team are responsible and are produced for residents, Trustees, other stakeholders, display in the home or for external use or publication are accurate and well presented, to a high standard.
The full job description is available on our website.
Requirements
* Holds level 4 in management or equivalent
* Skilled in use of Windows based software and systems (Outlook, Word, Excel).
* Able to complete the requirements of an electronic Plan of Care system and support others to do so.
* Effective and professional communication with wide range of stakeholders, adjusting communication style to fit the situation and audience.
* Ability to communicate well both in the written and spoken word.
* Sets clear direction and is confident in leadership and performance management of team members.
* Acts as a role model and leader, and holds people accountable for their performance and recognises achievement.
Employee benefits for Fairfield staff include:
* competitive rates of pay;
* free meals while on shift;
* free parking while on shift subject to availability;
* free training with in-house support and mentoring;
* free uniforms (or £150 annual clothing allowance for Social Wellbeing and Maintenance);
* free access to an employee assistance programme with a range of services including shopping discounts, financial and legal advice, counselling and a health and wellbeing smartphone app;
* a joining bonus of £250 payable on successful completion of your probationary period.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Part-time
* Industries
Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities
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