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Job Description
Location: Headingley Hall Care Home, 5 Shire Oak Road
Hours - 36 hours per week (3 x 12.50 hr shifts)
Overall Objectives
MAIN DUTIES:
Delivering the Vision
Skills Needed
About The Company
Passionate about making a difference
Here at Westward Care, we all share the same ambition – to deliver the very best care and support. It’s our aim to make a real difference, always prioritising health and happiness in everything we do. And with our on-going training and development, we’re always learning new ways of meeting the changing needs of older people.
Company Culture
Quality. We aim high when it comes to our care and our facilities. We settle for nothing short of excellence.
Respect. We give all our residents the freedom to live a full and active life, respecting their privacy and dignity, giving them the support they need to control their own lives.
Integrity. We take pride in our openness and honesty, keeping the promises we make to our residents and to each other – building confidence and trust.
Service. Customer Service defines everything about our approach to care and support. We always go the extra mile for our residents and their families.
Desired Criteria
Required Criteria
Closing DateTuesday 8th April, 2025
Contract Typefulltime
Salary£0.00 Hourly
Location: Headingley Hall Care Home, 5 Shire Oak Road
Hours - 36 hours per week (3 x 12.50 hr shifts)
Overall Objectives
- To ensure that all customers consistently receive person-focused care promoting health and well-being.
- To lead by example in delivering support and care that emphasises quality, respect, dignity, independence, and choice for every customer.
MAIN DUTIES:
Delivering the Vision
- Treat all customers and employees with equality, dignity, and respect.
- Encourage challenging discrimination and harassment.
- Demonstrate pride in the job and organisation.
- Maintain a professional appearance according to uniform standards.
- Follow care plans and Quality Management System guidelines.
- Assist in maintaining cleanliness and appearance of Headingley Hall.
- Ensure health and safety through best practices and Westward Care guidelines.
- Complete paperwork accurately and within agreed timeframes.
- Work effectively with team members to deliver customer care and ensure smooth operation.
- Share knowledge, skills, and information to enhance customer experience.
- Participate in training and development as required.
- Provide timely information and feedback to the Care Manager.
- Use various communication methods to meet customer needs and build relationships.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Attend team and individual meetings as required.
- Support independence and dignity in care delivery.
- Encourage customers to participate in social and leisure activities.
- Address issues identified by customers, employees, and visitors promptly.
- Identify opportunities for service improvement and communicate ideas to the Care Manager.
- Create a welcoming environment for customers and visitors.
- Anticipate customer needs and prioritize customer satisfaction.
- Treat internal customers with the same respect as external customers.
- Manage resources effectively to minimize waste and deliver high-standard care.
- Identify opportunities for efficiency and effectiveness in role and as a team.
- Promote Headingley Hall’s services and facilities.
- Expected to cover shifts for sickness and holidays.
- Required to work unsocial hours, including nights, weekends, and Bank Holidays as necessary.
- Flexibility essential due to 24/7 service operation.
- Job description subject to review and changes in consultation with the post holder.
Skills Needed
About The Company
Passionate about making a difference
Here at Westward Care, we all share the same ambition – to deliver the very best care and support. It’s our aim to make a real difference, always prioritising health and happiness in everything we do. And with our on-going training and development, we’re always learning new ways of meeting the changing needs of older people.
Company Culture
Quality. We aim high when it comes to our care and our facilities. We settle for nothing short of excellence.
Respect. We give all our residents the freedom to live a full and active life, respecting their privacy and dignity, giving them the support they need to control their own lives.
Integrity. We take pride in our openness and honesty, keeping the promises we make to our residents and to each other – building confidence and trust.
Service. Customer Service defines everything about our approach to care and support. We always go the extra mile for our residents and their families.
Desired Criteria
Required Criteria
Closing DateTuesday 8th April, 2025
Contract Typefulltime
Salary£0.00 Hourly
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Working as a carer in the UK requires a combination of personal qualities, professional skills, and sometimes formal qualifications. Here are some of the key skills and attributes needed:
Personal Qualities:
1. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and relating to the feelings and experiences of those you care for.
2. Patience: Ability to remain calm and composed, especially in challenging situations.
3. Reliability: Being dependable and showing up on time for shifts and appointments.
4. Resilience: Coping with emotional and physical demands of the job.
5. Good Communication: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with patients, families, and colleagues.
Professional Skills:
1. Personal Care Skills: Knowledge of how to assist with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
2. Basic Medical Knowledge: Understanding of medical terms and basic health care, including medication management and monitoring vital signs.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other health and social care professionals.
4. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations, make decisions, and find practical solutions to issues that arise.
5. Time Management: Organizing and prioritizing tasks effectively to provide care for multiple individuals.
Certifications and Qualifications:
1. Health and Social Care Diploma: Many employers prefer or require a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
2. First Aid and CPR Training: Basic first aid knowledge can be essential, especially for those in caregiving roles.
3. Safeguarding Training: Awareness of safeguarding issues and practices to protect vulnerable individuals.
4. Manual Handling Training: Techniques to safely lift and move patients to prevent injury.
Additional Skills:
1. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and individual needs.
2. Digital Skills: Proficiency in using care management software and communication tools.
3. Record Keeping: Accurately documenting care given, observations, and changes in condition.
Continuing Professional Development:
Engagement in ongoing training and development is encouraged, as it helps to stay updated on best practices and regulations in the care sector.
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