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Registered care home manager

Job details
Posting date: 24 January 2025
Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 per year
Additional salary information: plus up to £1k per month bonus and benefits
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 23 February 2025
Location: Swindon, Wiltshire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Grace james Recruitment ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: sm8

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Summary

Location: SN1 Swindon, Wiltshire
Salary: c£50/55k plus generous monthly/quarterly achievable bonus
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time 40 hours per week


My client is a very reputable independent, family run care provider and is seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Care Home Manager to manage a very successful, small /medium 40 bed care home GOOD rated residential and dementia care home in SN1 Swindon, offering specialist care for the elderly and individuals living with dementia. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate professional to lead a team and deliver high-quality care with a friendly and supportive care provider who is very well regarded.

The home is almost fully occupied and has a good reputation locally. As Manager you will be directly involved in the day-to-day running of the floor and office of the service so that the unit meets the requirements of the Health and Social Care Act and associated regulations.

You will lead, motivate be supported by a stable team consisting of a deputy manager and carers and be supported by an experienced operational team including a quality manager and regional manager

This is a lovely home for an experienced home manager looking to work for a friendly and supportive employer


Key Responsibilities:
As the Registered Care Home Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the care home, ensuring the service meets the highest standards of care and complies with all regulatory requirements.


Ensuring Safety:

Protect service users from avoidable harm and abuse.
Manage risks associated with mobility, behaviour, and hygiene.
Ensure timely assistance and care to service users.
Oversee medication administration and accurate record-keeping.
Complete safety checks, including fire and health & safety measures.
Manage the DoLS process, including authorizations and mental capacity assessments.
Promoting Effectiveness:

Assess and monitor nutritional needs and access to healthcare services.
Provide mentoring and supervision to care staff, ensuring they have the skills needed for their roles.
Organize access to healthcare services and provide ongoing support.
Fostering a Caring Environment:

Ensure service users and their families are involved in decisions about their care.
Promote dignity and respect, building positive relationships between care staff and service users.
Responsiveness to Service Users:

Regularly assess and update care plans to meet changing needs.
Actively listen to service users' concerns and experiences to drive improvement.
Ensure care is personalized and responsive to individual needs.
Leadership and Management:

Lead regular staff and service user meetings, ensuring all feedback is actioned.
Foster a positive, open culture within the home.
Manage staff recruitment and training, ensuring a well-supported and motivated care team.
Candidate Requirements:

Experience: Proven track record as a registered manager within a care home setting, specializing in elderly and dementia care.
Knowledge: Strong understanding of CQC regulations and health & social care standards.
Skills: Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to manage both operational and administrative aspects of the home.
Benefits:

Monthly/quarterly bonus-achievable and generous
Good holiday allowance
CQC 'Good' or 'Outstanding' rating bonus
£250 referral bonus for each successful candidate referred
GP online
Cycle to Work scheme
Pension contributions via NEST

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