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  • Health Care Manager
    Health Care Manager
    2 days ago
    £16–£25 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Domiciliary Care Manager – Job Description: Job Overview HA24 Healthcare Ltd is seeking an experienced and dedicated Domiciliary Care Manager to lead and oversee the delivery of high-quality home care services within the community. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations, supervising care staff, ensuring compliance with CQC regulations, and promoting outstanding person-centred care for service users living in their own homes. This role requires strong leadership, excellent organisational skills, and a passion for delivering compassionate and safe care that promotes independence, dignity, and wellbeing. Key Responsibilities Manage the daily operations of the domiciliary care service to ensure safe, effective, and high-quality care delivery. Develop, implement, and review personalised care plans tailored to individual service user needs. Conduct initial assessments, risk assessments, and regular care reviews. Recruit, supervise, support, and mentor care staff to maintain high professional standards. Prepare staff rotas and ensure adequate staffing levels to meet service user requirements. Ensure compliance with CQC regulations, safeguarding procedures, and company policies. Monitor care quality through spot checks, audits, observations, and service user feedback. Oversee medication support and ensure safe medication administration practices. Liaise effectively with families, healthcare professionals, local authorities, and external agencies. Investigate incidents, complaints, and safeguarding concerns promptly and professionally. Maintain accurate records, reports, and care documentation. Promote a culture of dignity, respect, equality, and person-centred care. Support staff training and continuous professional development. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience within domiciliary care or homecare management. Strong knowledge of CQC standards, safeguarding, and care compliance requirements. Experience in staff supervision, recruitment, and performance management. Ability to manage care packages, rotas, and operational responsibilities effectively. Excellent communication and leadership skills. Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities. Knowledge of medication management and care planning processes. Compassionate and professional approach to supporting vulnerable adults. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities. Qualifications NVQ Level 3 or Level 5 in Health & Social Care (preferred). Previous experience in a supervisory or management role within domiciliary care. Enhanced DBS check required. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred. What We Offer Competitive salary Career progression opportunities Ongoing training and professional development Supportive and friendly working environment Flexible working arrangements

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  • Childminder Assistant
    Childminder Assistant
    15 days ago
    £13–£15 hourly
    Part-time
    Erith

    Job Description Childminder Assistant (part-time) Job Title: Childminder Assistant (Variable Hours) Reports to: Peace Nweke Location: 38 West Street, DA8 1AF. Erith. Purpose of the Role To support the Childminder in providing a safe, caring, and stimulating environment where children can learn and develop through play, in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. • Main Duties and Responsibilities – To drop children and pick them up from school., • Care and Support Assist with meeting children’s individual care needs, including feeding, toileting, and nappy changing., • Help children with daily routines such as meals, naps, and hygiene. Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and social skills., • Play and Learning Support the Childminder in planning and leading age-appropriate play, learning, and creative activities., • Engage with children in play to promote language, communication, and early learning., • Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities, outings, and group play. Safety and Safeguarding., • Help to maintain a safe, clean, and secure environment at all times., • Follow health and safety procedures, including risk assessments. Ensure safeguarding and child protection policies are followed, and immediately report any concerns to the Childminder., • Communication and Teamwork Work closely with the Childminder to ensure the smooth running of the setting., • Communicate effectively with children, the Childminder, and parents when required. Respect confidentiality at all times., • Professional Development Attend mandatory training (e.g. safeguarding, first aid, food hygiene) as required., • Keep up to date with policies, procedures, and guidance provided by the Childminder. Person Specification - • A genuine interest in working with children. Reliable, flexible, and able to work variable hours. Friendly, patient, and caring nature., • Good communication and teamwork skills. Willingness to undertake training and development., • This role is offered on a variable hour’s basis, with competitive pay (from12.71p/h), terms and condition as outlined in the Contract of Employment.

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  • senior support staff, supported accommodation
    senior support staff, supported accommodation
    2 months ago
    £24000–£27000 yearly
    Full-time
    Dagenham

    The Role We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Support Worker to join our dynamic team. We are recruiting for LSL Gorseway which is an all female unit. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality care, leading by example, and supporting both service users and staff. This is an exciting opportunity if you are seriously looking to take the next step in your career and make a real difference. Key Responsibilities • Provide person-centred support to service users, promoting independence and choice, • Report writing and documentation., • tracking young people's expenses & reporting., • Recruitment training/induction of newly employed staff., • Lead, motivate, and supervise a team of support workers, • Conduct supervision meetings with staff., • Ensure clients’ assessment and risk management., • Develop and implement care plans in partnership with service users and professionals, • Conduct engaging work sessions to achieve support goals., • Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and all relevant legislation, • Oversee medication administration and accurate record-keeping, • Respond to emergencies and resolve issues as they arise About You • Minimum 2 years experience in a support worker or similar role (essential), • Experience of leading teams to achieve team goals., • NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards), • Strong communication, and organisational skills, • A caring, empathetic, and patient approach, • An understanding of Equality and Diversity in service delivery., • An understanding of The Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023., • Have excellent people and administrative management skills., • Must have excellent decision Making & Problem Solving skills, • Have person-centred support or care skills., • Thrive on change and enjoy dynamic diverse environments., • Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins as required, • Must be ready to work out of office hours and during weekends., • Right to work in the UK, • ( we will not be providing sponsorship for this role) What We Offer • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Ongoing training and career development opportunities, • Supportive and inclusive working environment, • Pension scheme, • Free car parking space How to Apply If you are ready to make a positive impact and join a team that values your skills and dedication, we would love to hear from you! Lighthouse SL is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

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