HALCYON CARE DEVELOPMENTS

Responsibility

• hours average 20 over 2 weeks. Week 1 - Cook Friday/Saturday/Sunday, Week 2 - Kitchen assistant Wednesday, Cook Thursday/Friday
• experience in catering for people with varying dietary requirements
• experience in catering for large numbers of people advantageous but not essential
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• to accept reasonable duties as delegated by the Cook/Assistant Cook
• to implement and maintain ordering systems to ensure adequate stock is maintained
• to prepare and serve meals in accordance with the menu and resident choice
• to assist with the preparation and serving of meals and beverages as required
• to ensure stock items are rotated, taking into account “use by date”
• review menus at regular intervals to ensure they meet the preferences of the residents
• to prepare the dining room for the serving of meals
• nightingale House Care Centre offers residential care to 45 residents. We are seeking a second cook/kitchen assistant to join our friendly team
• to ensure all food items are stored correctly and as appropriate are labelled and dated e.g. once opened
• to clear tables and ensure all crockery and cutlery are washed and put away
• to ensure cleaning is completed as per cleaning schedules
• to report any problems to the Cook/Assistant Cook, Manager or Senior person in charge at the time
• please contact the home for more details
• to monitor “food wastage” and report as necessary to the Manager
• qualifications: Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• to plan, prepare and cook a variety of meals which are appealing, nutritious and centres around residents’ preferences, requests or any special dietary requirements
• email CV via Indeed or call 01526 388261 and speak to Emma/Diane
• to check all deliveries of food, cross referencing with the order and checking for quality, damage etc
• to ensure that access to the kitchen is restricted to designated people
• to check invoices against goods received, monitoring costs and ensuring best value
• to implement, monitor and maintain cleaning schedules that meet the requirements of the Food Safety policy, and ensure that all areas of the kitchen are clean, and a safe working environment is maintained
• to work in accordance with the home’s policies and procedures and to assist in ensuring a high level of health and safety, cleanliness and food hygiene, COSHH, and to ensure that safe working practices are followed
• 16 Attend staff meetings
• to assist in stock taking and storage of stock, including checking deliveries. Assist in putting away supplies as necessary, ensuring correct storage
• 15. To report to the Manager or Senior person in charge as soon as possible any illness of an infectious nature
• 10. To report to the Manager, or Senior person in charge, as soon as possible any illness of an infectious nature
• to ensure all food items are stored correctly and labelled
• participate in staff meetings and attend training sessions as appropriate
• to implement and maintain ordering systems to ensure adequate stock is maintained and ensure stock items are rotated
• be responsible for all kitchen equipment ensuring it is in full, safe working order
• 11. To be responsible for all kitchen equipment ensuring it is in full, safe working order, reporting any damage or faults to the Manager and following up any appropriate action
• to ensure all chemicals and detergents are used and stored correctly and to include the use of personal protective equipment provided
• to check all deliveries of food, cross referencing with the order and checking for quality, damage etc and check invoices against goods received, monitoring costs and ensuring best value
• maintain records as per the home’s policies and procedures and as required by other Statutory bodies
• 21 Maintain accurate records in accordance with Company policies
• 11. To participate in staff meetings
• 15 Maintain accurate records in accordance with Company policies

Requirements

• cooking: 1 year

Responsibility

• halcyon are excited to be working with an up and coming domiciliary organisation based in Gloucestershire, that specialise in providing bespoke care to elderly clients throughout the region
• reference: Glos D Deputy
• this family owned care provider specialises in implementing tailor-made packages for clients with varying needs including Dementia and Alzheimer's, delivering exceptionally high levels of care, and personal service
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• the director has been in the care sector personally for over 10 years, building her knowledge around best practises and incorporating them into the roots of the business model, enabling her to obtain an overall GOOD in her first inspection with CQC last year
• as the business is growing at a rate of knots, the director is now looking to expand the team and is looking for an ambitious Deputy Manager that can help support the Service Manager in taking the business to the next stages and help manage the staff team and take on managerial tasks in the service managers absence
• as the Deputy Manager it will be your responsibility to work alongside the Service Manager in ensuring the staff team are confident and competent in their roles and delivering the expected standards of care, through demonstrated best practises as taught by yourself and the managment team
• you will be expected to have a minimum experience 2 years in a domiciliary setting and be confident overseeing small to medium staff teams, whilst having a basic understanding of KLOE's and CQC guidelines in order to support your Service Manager and the service in their absence
• if you're a Senior Suport Worker looking to take a step-up, this could be the perfect role for you, as you will have the support and guidance of your Service Manager and Director, but also have the autonomy to manage your own team
• if you're currently a Deputy Manager but you feel stagnant in your current role, then this could be the ideal opportunity to bring some excitement back into your career and work with a vibrant, exciting new company with impressive progression opportunities
• in return for your full commitment to this role, you will be offered a salary of between £30,000 and £35,000 depending on your experience, along with a generous holiday and benefits package
• upon joining the organisation, you will be fully inducted and introduced to the business by the director, followed by a structured plan for your initial 3 months in the business, ensuring you have everything you need to be successful in your new role

Earnings for position deputy manager

Responsibility

• halcyon are recruiting for full time and part time Support Workers for days, sleeps and waking nights
• reference: sw Hereford
• we work with adults and children who have Mental Health Needs, Substance Misuse, Emotional Behavioural Disorders, those at risk of Homelessness, Learning Disabilities, and Autism
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• you will become part of our incredible support worker team, delivering emotional and practical care to vulnerable adults and children, and improving their lives on a daily basis
• we are looking for experienced support workers who want to be a part of an agency that values them, provides consistent work, and understands how to place them into services that match their skill set and experience
• plus, if we find you work in a service that you love so much you decide to join them on a permanent basis, we will be there to help every step of the way
• if you are looking for an agency that truly values, supports, and cares for its staff please call us today - We can provide local shifts in services we hope you will love working in, drivers and non-drivers are equally welcome to apply

Earnings for position support worker

Responsibility

• full time position
• 5 To establish and maintain links with the local community
• 6 To report any problems relating to activities to the Manager or person in charge
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• 6 To be responsible for tidying rooms used for activities, storing and updating equipment ensuring the environment is hazard free
• 7 To be responsible for tidying rooms used for activities, storing and updating equipment ensuring the environment is hazard free
• 7 To keep appropriate records of activities and assessment forms to review the development of residents involved in activities
• 1 To assist residents meet their social and recreational needs in a manner which promotes independence and which respects resident’s rights, choices and beliefs
• 8 To keep appropriate records of activities and assessment forms to review the development of residents involved in activities
• 8 Be familiar with and work in accordance with the home’s policies and procedures
• to plan and run a weekly programme of activities
• 2 To draw up a programme of activities and social interaction based on the preferences and interests of the residents and agree this programme with the Manager
• 3 To help in the promotion of mental and physical activity of residents, through conversation, outings, sharing in discussion of past and present events, reading, writing, hobbies and other activities in accordance with the agreed programme
• 9 Be familiar with and work in accordance with the home’s policies and procedures
• 10 To liaise with family, friends, volunteers and other outside agencies having an interest in the activities group
• 4 Ensure that the social/recreational needs of residents are met through larger group activities, small group sessions and one-one sessions respecting residents’ rights, choices and beliefs
• 5 To establish and maintain links with the local community, to be flexible in hours for seasonal/outside and planned evenings and weekends
• 11 To liaise with family, friends, volunteers and other outside agencies having an interest in the activities group
• 12 To maintain confidentiality
• 14 To undertake other duties which may be required and which are applicable to the post
• accountable to: Care Centre Manager
• 15 To undertake other duties which may be required and which are applicable to the post
• qualifications: Previous experience in working with older people in relation to social and recreational needs preferred
• to meet the needs of residents attending the activities sessions in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes independence
• 13 To maintain confidentiality at all times
• 13 To respond to requests from residents, family or staff in a positive, polite and helpful manner
• 14 To respond to requests from residents, family or staff in a positive, polite and helpful manner
• 9 To liaise with other staff and contribute to the development of the home by attending staff meetings and involvement in team discussion

Requirements

• activity: 1 year

Responsibility

• successful candidates should have NVQ/QCF level 2 or 3 and medication training
• 2 Liaise with the Manager to ensure staff are deployed effectively
• 3 To be familiar with and implement the home’s policies and procedures
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• 6 To supervise staff monitoring their performance to ensure the required standards are maintained
• 1 To support the running of a shift taking direction from the Manager, organising and deploying staff on duty to ensure effective delivery of care to residents, respecting them as individuals
• 8 To act appropriately in response to any changes in a resident’s health status
• requirements
• 4 To assist the Manager in ensuring care records are maintained appropriately, to include completing, observing, reviewing and updating person centred care plans ensuring that residents receive the best care appropriate to their needs
• 11 To administer and supervise medication to residents in accordance with the Home’s policies and procedures
• 12 To contribute to the development of the care practices and the home as a whole
• 7 Respond to requests from residents either by staff alert or other means of communication in a positive, polite and helpful manner
• 20 To attend staff meetings
• 22 To undertake other duties which may be required and which are applicable to the post
• 13 Participate in the training of care staff
• 19 As requested undertake pre-admission assessments of prospective residents and as appropriate arrange their admission
• 5 To participate in resident’s formal care review meetings as required
• 14 To maintain and develop their own skills and knowledge
• 9 To liaise with residents’ relatives/representatives and/or agencies as required
• 18 To report any incidents, occurrences or complaints to the Manager and record appropriately
• 10 To ensure by direct involvement and support of other staff that resident care is implemented in accordance with the residents’ care needs and through reference to their care plan
• 21 To attend supervision and appraisal meetings as required
• 15 Maintain confidentiality