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  • Care / Support Worker
    Care / Support Worker
    15 days ago
    £13–£16 hourly
    Part-time
    Watford

    Please note this is a non-sponsorship Job. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. A full UK driving license is essential. The role is subject to DBS checks. General This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. You may be required to perform any other duties as the organisation may require. You undertake to work to the best of your ability and use your best endeavours to promote, develop and extend the employer's organisation and interests. Conditions All offers of employment are conditional on you demonstrating your eligibility to work in the UK. Offers are also conditional on receipt of a minimum of two satisfactory references, covering at least the last three years on employment, with any gaps in employment history being explained satisfactorily. Whether references are deemed satisfactory is at the discretion of the organisation. Convictions During the recruitment process, we will ask job applicants to disclose any unspent convictions but will not ask job applicants questions about spent convictions, nor expect them to disclose any spent convictions, unless the job is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. If the position is identified as being exempt, the applicant will be required to undergo a DBS check, and this will also form a condition of employment. The main duties and responsibilities of the role are: • To assist clients with all personal care needs including, undressing, washing, bathing and toileting needs., • To follow the care plan., • To assist clients with mobility problems and other physical disabilities, including incontinence and help in use and care of aids and personal equipment., • To support and care for clients who require End of Life Support, • To engage in the promotion of mental and physical well-being of clients through talking to them, taking them out, sharing with them in activities such as reading, writing, hobbies, and recreations., • To make and change beds and all domestic tasks within the household., • Where required, to assist with client’s laundry., • Update, maintain current, accurate, confidential records for each client., • To perform such other duties as may reasonably be required., • To always comply with the organisation’s policies and procedures, which includes the client’s care plan and medication needs., • To report to the registered manager any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a client., • To encourage clients to remain as independent as possible., • All staff are required to attend mandatory training where appropriate; this includes induction and National Vocational Qualifications or their equivalent., • To enable and assist clients to maintain on a day-to-day basis as much autonomy and independence as possible., • To support and assist clients in identifying risks and recording the support plan which minimizes and manages the identified risk, • Identify and escalate any concerns, changes or Client needs to the Registered Manager., • Record & escalate appropriately all decisions which relate to clients who lack capacity., • Involve and consult with Registered Manager to ensure that the client’s views are expressed and acted upon., • Attend reviews of care as appropriate., • Update and continually improve practice by a mutually agreed method which may include attendance at staff meetings, learning support briefings and one-to-one supervision., • Take responsibility in conjunction with line manager for identifying further learning., • Be aware of requirements regarding codes of practice and relevant codes of conduct where appropriate issued by professional bodies., • Understand the requirement of the New Fundamental Standard Regulations 9 – 20, in relation to the Care Quality Commission Inspect regime and its importance to your workplace practice., • Promote good practice and be vigilant in recognising and reporting practice which does not meet the defined standard., • To assist and contribute to any regulatory body inspection or monitoring visit., • To always act, to safeguard clients from any form of abuse and to report such concerns immediately. Personal attributes • Caring and compassionate towards people in need of care and support and those providing these services, • Respect for people suffering from a range of medical conditions with different backgrounds and beliefs to your own. Strong commitment to anti-discriminatory care practice, • Commitment to respecting the rights of clients at all times and to promoting their privacy, dignity and independence throughout their lives, • Self-motivated and keen to learn. Willing to seek guidance when needed and follow instructions, • Excellent time keeper and reliable, • Professional, smart appearance Knowledge & understanding • Good understanding of the needs of people who require care and support at home and the provision of homecare services in line with best practice, • Good understanding of the principles of high quality person centred care and support and anti-discriminatory care practice, • A relevant social care qualification or be willing to work towards one. Experience & skills • Excellent communication skills. Experience of building positive working relationships with people who use services and their families, staff and other health and social care professionals, • Ability to support clients with all aspects of their daily living in a manner that respects their dignity, is non-judgemental and promotes their independence, choices and privacy, • Experience of care services, risk assessment and individual care and support Additional requirements • Willingness to work flexibly and to keep knowledge and skills up to date, • A satisfactory criminal records check and evidence that your name is not listed as barred from working with vulnerable people, • Full drivers licence with no points, Class 1 business insurance and a current MOT.

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  • Waking night support and care worker for disabled young man
    Waking night support and care worker for disabled young man
    17 days ago
    £16–£17 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Job Summary Waking Night Support worker / Carer to join a lovely team around a friendly 19 year old teenager who has epilepsy, non verbal autism, movement disorder and additional health needs. He lives at home with his family and friendly dog. Training rate will be £16 and after training this will increase to £17. This is a self-employed position (UTR number required). Minimum of 26 hours per week. Please read complete ad before applying. When contacting us please write at least a sentence why you are applying and why you would be suitable and what your experience is. Thank you. About the position Weekly hours minimum 26 hours We are looking for someone to take on 2 regular waking nights (13hr each night shift so in total 26 hours) ideally Thursday and Friday nights (but please let us know which nights work for you and we can then consider). These are strictly waking nights in the family home. More weekly hours are possible often but not less hours. This position could become a full time position after the summer if this would suit you. After successful training the rate increases from £16 to £17 per hours. Per night shift: £221 after training. This is a self-employed position with UTR number - no PAYE. This would suit a student of a relevant health related subject. Candidate would need to be able to commit to 12 months. About the young person who needs support: The young man needs someone to spot seizures or other health emergencies and if needed call the parents who are in the same house. The monitoring is with seizure video monitor and heart rate monitor and regular in person checks. These nights sometimes can be quite active - as if he has a seizure he might have to be accompanied via ambulance to A&E. Good command of the English language is essential. All training is during the day first through shadowing. About you: This position will suit someone who ideally has already worked with autistic and disabled adults and has already experience. But it is very different from working in a care home. We would are be able to train you in personal care, catheterisation, medication administration, peristeen and positive behaviour support and other essential skills - if you are a suitable candidate. His environment will need to be kept clean and tidy (it is not a cleaner position but to ensure that his environment stays tidy, safe and fit for purpose). You will help with his laundry too. We would prefer someone to work on a self-employed basis with a UTR number (not cash in hand). It is exactly 26 hours minimum per week. We hope to find someone who has specific interest in special needs. It is not a summer job but we hope to find someone to commit for a minimum of 12months. That's why we would prefer someone who has studied or will study a related subject eg Psychology, nursing or similar health related. One would need to be strong and fit to support and keep safe someone with a movement disorder. The suitable applicant would be flexible and be able to take on extra shifts from time to time. You would often work together with other team members at the beginning or end of your shift (eg for bath time). Day shifts might available too on occasion if you are interested. This position could offer full time hours from the autumn. You should be responsible, cheerful, honest and very reliable and physically strong and healthy. You will be trained by members of the experienced team in all of his health needs but also the principles of ABA - a behaviour therapy. You will need to attend some of the team meetings too. You should: • Have experience with disability and even better profound autism, • Be strong and fit, • Commit for minimum a year., • Ideally be self-employed., • Invoice at the end of every month, • Able to work legally in the UK, • Based within commuting distance to north London, • Be a non Smoker and non Vaper., • Be comfortable with dogs. Please reply with a few sentences explaining why you are interested (and please read full advertisement), send us your CV (post it on this forum and please let us know initially already why you are suitable and interested.

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  • Support worker Carer position (day shifts and waking night shift)
    Support worker Carer position (day shifts and waking night shift)
    18 days ago
    £16–£17 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Job description Position Waking night support for disabled young man Description Job Summary Waking Night Support worker / Carer for friendly young person with epilepsy and profound autism autism, movement disorder and additional health needs. He lives at home with his family and friendly dog. Experience with disability essential. About the position Weekly hours minimum 26 hours. £16 per hour. We are looking for someone to take on 2 regular waking nights (13hr each night shift so in total 26 hours) ideally Thursday and Friday nights (but please let us know which nights work for you and we can then consider). These are strictly waking nights in the family home. More weekly hours are possible often but not less hours. This position could become a full time position after the summer if this would suit you. This would suit a student of a relevant health related subject. Candidate would need to be able to commit to 12 months. About the young person who needs support: The young man needs someone to spot seizures or other health emergencies and if needed call the parents who are in the same house. The monitoring is with seizure video monitor and heart rate monitor and regular in person checks. These nights sometimes can be active - as if he has a seizure he might have to be accompanied via ambulance to A&E. Good command of the English language is essential. All training is during the day first through shadowing. Being fit and strong is essential when supporting someone with a movement disorder. About you: This position will suit someone who ideally has already worked with autistic and disabled adults and has already experience. But it is very different from working in a care home. We would are be able to train you in personal care, catheterisation, medication administration, peristeen and positive behaviour support and other essential skills - if you are a suitable candidate. His environment will need to be kept clean and tidy (it is not a cleaner position but to ensure that his environment stays tidy, safe and fit for purpose). You will help with his laundry too. We would prefer someone to work on a self-employed basis with a UTR number (not cash in hand). It is exactly 26 hours minimum per week. But for the right candidate we can look at PAYE through an agency (we work with already). We hope to find someone who has specific interest in special needs. It is not a summer job but we hope to find someone to commit for a minimum of 12months. That's why we would prefer someone who has studied or will study a related subject eg Psychology, nursing or similar health related. The suitable applicant would be flexible and be able to take on extra shifts from time to time. You would often work together with other team members at the beginning or end of your shift (eg for bath time). Day shifts might available too on occasion if you are interested. This position could offer full time hours from the autumn and during summer holidays when other team members are on holiday. You should be responsible, cheerful, honest and very reliable and physically strong and healthy. You will be trained by members of the experienced team in all of his health needs but also the principles of ABA - a behaviour therapy. You will need to attend some of the team meetings too. You should: • Have experience with disability and even better profound autism, • Be strong and fit, • Commit for minimum a year., • Ideally be self-employed., • Invoice at the end of every month, • Able to work legally in the UK, • Based within commuting distance to north London, • Be a non Smoker and non Vaper., • Be comfortable with dogs. Please reply with a few sentences explaining why you are interested (and please read full advertisement), send us your CV (post it on this forum and please let us know initially already why you are suitable and interested. Salary£16 Location N7 London, England, United Kingdom Type of job Employment typePart-Time and full time

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  • Support Worker
    Support Worker
    2 months ago
    £29061.5 yearly
    Full-time
    South Croydon

    About us At Norbury Park all staff are aware of our core values of; care, community, nurture and support which we embed throughout our day-to-day practice and care for the young people/ children in our care. We are creative, supportive, collaborative and our goal is to care for Young people and Children within the residential home setting and ensure that they are always safe, well cared for and that we are working collaboratively with these young people/children to achieve their goals. At the heart of the work that we do is to support these individuals with their care and development needs, helping them to progress towards a more independent and well-rounded life. Role purpose To care for all Young people and Children within the residential home and ensure that they are always safe, well cared for and that you are working collaboratively with these young people/children to achieve their goals. To support these individuals with their care and development needs, helping them to progress towards a more independent and well-rounded life. Main Duties • Undertake all duties and responsibilities in accordance with: company policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, standards; good professional practice,, CQC and other regulatory requirements, relevant legislations, all legal and contractual obligations., • Provide advice, information and support to the residents., • To support and provide care for the young people/children in the home by assisting them with; bathing, eating, homework, education, behaviour, money management, travel training etc., • Ensure resident’s follow the homes rules and support the manager in investigating and taking action where these may have been breached., • Manage challenging behaviour which may require physical intervention to appropriately support the child/ young person., • Oversee the maintenance of accurate client records and databases and provide statistics for management and to assist with service evaluation in a timely fashion., • Support clients with the prompting of their medication, conduct accurate and timely medication audits and maintain accurate medication records., • Complete written documentation (support plans, Medication sheets, risk assessments) regarding the young people/ children to help and ensure their safety and development within our setting., • Take part in regular team meetings to discuss the residents, the progress that they are making, how their general well-being is as well as forming action plans to support them further., • Attend professionals meetings (where appropriate)., • Assist in the transfer of individuals between agencies and services. Health and Safety • To be familiar with Health and Safety Regulations, policies and procedures and ensure they are adhered to within your own area of responsibility., • To be aware of and follow fire policies and procedures, ensuring safety of residents and workers safety and welfare at all times. Equality and Diversity • To enforce the zero tolerance policy of all forms of victimisation, discrimination and harassment in the workplace., • To be tolerant of differences and use respectful language., • Ensure professional standards and boundaries are clear., • To treat everyone respectfully. Norbury Park is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We believe in equal opportunities for employment and advancement, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Our dedication to equality extends to our recruitment process, professional development programs, and all aspects of employment. Join us in creating an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equal opportunities for everyone. Benefits of working at Norbury Park as a Support Worker • 5 days of work a week, • Annual Salary with the option for overtime if you wish, • Annual Salary review with the option to be suggested for a one-off bonus, • Bank Holiday extra pay, • Christmas gift card, • Pension scheme, • Predictable rota, you are able to know your days off months’ in advance, • 28 days of holiday per year, • Friendly and collaborative work team, • A team that is making a difference with extremely challenging and complex children/ young people, • Training opportunities; E-learning modules including; Food Safety Level 2, Safeguarding Children, GDPR, Emergency First aid at work. Further CPD opportunities such as Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare, Qualified First Aider course. We accept suggestions of courses that will help support/enable you in your role further. Additional Notes Candidates who have been shortlisted for an interview will be expected to complete our application form prior to their interview. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: From £29,061.50 per year Benefits: • Company events, • Company pension, • On-site parking, • Sick pay Physical setting: • Care home, • Residential home Shift: • 8 hour shift, • Day shift, • Night shift Work Location: In person

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  • Head of Finance
    Head of Finance
    5 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    Clifton Park Hospital, located in York, is a modern private hospital operated by Ramsay Health Care UK. The hospital delivers high quality elective surgery, diagnostics and outpatient services for both private and NHS patients, supported by experienced clinicians and a strong multidisciplinary team. Clifton Park Hospital has recently achieved a Good overall rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) reflecting its commitment to clinical excellence, compassionate care and strong leadership. This recognition highlights the hospitals focus on patient safety, personalised care and continuous improvement. • The Head of Finance will manage and oversee the day to day finance and administrative functions of the hospital providing management information and reports on a broad range of financial and administrative issues., • Be a key and active member of the Hospital Senior Leadership Team, this is an on-site role., • Produce monthly management accounts, financial reports and other required reports within Company guidelines., • Prepare and review the monthly finance pack, ensuring all reconciling items are investigated and amendments made., • Support the Senior Leadership Team to manage and improve labour costs efficiency and resource management., • Lead the teams to successfully deliver high volumes of activity ensuring KPIs are met and delivering safe patient pathways., • Support the NHS contract management process., • Partner with business leaders to assess the effectiveness of processes and the ongoing profitability of clinical procedures., • Participate in regional projects to drive efficiency across the organisation. What you will bring with you: • Recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CMA), • Strong business acumen and the ability to analyse, interpret and utilise data to improve organisational performance and identify opportunities., • Honesty, integrity and ethics., • Strong communication skills., • Dedication to meeting internal and external targets and customer expectations, • Ability to take responsibility for guiding and directing the actions of others to achieve goals, by positively influencing others by explaining information and ideas to solicit and engage all concerned in what needs to be done. In return we offer: • 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays, • Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options, • Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period, • Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies, • Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants, • Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary, • Free Training and Development via the Academy, • Free Parking on site for workers (where possible), • Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible), • Concerts for Carers, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords, • The Blue Light Card Scheme We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process. About Us: Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years experience. We are a global provider operating in 8 countries, with 88,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS. We love people with a positive, can do attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success. We are able to support training and development to our employees, to deliver a high standard of clinical care whilst ensuring patient safety, dignity and confidentiality. We are a progressive and caring facility and support the Ramsay vision People caring for People. We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. We are proud of our Speak Up for Safety programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more Time to Care. We care. Its more than what we do, its who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964. The Ramsay Way culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks. We are proud to support the UKs Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MODs Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people at risk. We expect all employees to share this commitment and behave in a way that supports it. All successful candidates will be provided with safeguarding training appropriate to their role. Apply at careerdays.io

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