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Brighterkind
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
JOB PURPOSE: Supporting the delivery of an overall maintenance function for the home enhancing the quality of the environment for all the residents and visitors to the home. Supporting with a variety of requests for compliance checks, repairs and general maintenance of the building and grounds, fixings, fittings and equipment and gardening. Hours of Work: Contracted hours will be stipulated in your specific contract, however you should expect to work your hours between the hours of 8am - 8pm, with the occasional need to work early, late or night shift patterns to meet the requirement of the role. Technical Support:Whilst the line management of this role sits with the Home Manager, day to day management is with the Maintenance Operative and all technical aspects of the role will be managed by the Property Services Department through the Regional Property Manager. RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for supporting the installation or repair and maintenance of Company property and equipment and undertake planned maintenance of the home in consultation with the Home Manager, working within defined Policies and Procedures. Carry out general maintenance tasks and basic repairs including (awareness of household electrical), plumbing, joinery and building tasks both inside and outside the Home to ensure that the Home is maintained in a clean, safe and efficient functional order; To familiarise themselves with all heating & plumbing plant. Support the maintenance operative to ensure compliance and essential checks are done through the completion of the maintenance manuals along with allocated jobs. Identify and report all maintenance defects outside the scope of the homes maintenance person through the designated escalation route. Monitor the reported repair through to satisfactory completion. Identify all and any additional training required to fulfil the role at the earliest opportunity. Maintain accurate and comprehensive maintenance requests and work carried out records and report defects to the home manager and/or appropriate contractor for repair; Engage proactively with all stakeholders ensuring all allocated tasks outside and inside the site are carried out effectively and efficiently and to a high standard Act in a professional and courteous manner at all times towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident; Establish and maintain positive working relationships both with colleagues, residents, visitors and other health professionals and agencies Undertake decoration including painting & wallpapering, minor refurbishment and maintenance within the home under the instruction and guidance of the home Manager or Regional Property Manager. All works to be carried out with regards to health and safety requirements To attend regular meetings with line management, escalate all issues and participate meaningfully in all on site and general team meetings. To ensure that any visiting 3rd party or direct employed contactors sign in and out and record the commencement and completion of works. In addition, that they have the correct work permit in place. Support with the monitoring of all persons working within the home and its grounds, ensure once works are complete that all access points have been secured. Where work requires access to lofts, carry out a joint inspection prior to the works as per permit to work guidance. Be responsible for the correct issuing of Hot Works Permits (HWP's); Management of contractors on the home site; To accompany visitors including contractors, Fire Officers, H&S Advisers etc; Ensure maintenance of the homes exterior including: Pathways and driveways are clear unobstructed and safe. Plants are kept hydrated, flowerbeds and potted plants are tendered and grassed areas kept tidy to enhance 1st impressions. Ensure that external lighting and signs inside and outside the home are clear visible and in good order/ repair. Be suitably trained to be an active Fire Warden and to keep up to date within policy and procedures including all training as required. Induct new staff as required. May be required to lift pull push heavy items with/without mechanical aids in line with the Health & Safety policy and procedure. Practice safe systems of work across the range of tasks and in particular moving and handling of loads, by assessing risk and having due regard for personal safety and the safety of residents, visitors and team members; Assemble /install new equipment/goods delivered to a home. To receive deliveries of goods and ensure that they are moved safely and promptly to the correct storage area; Be willing to undergo suitable training as prescribed by the employer to enable weekly, monthly and all other mandatory checks in accordance with Company policies and procedures and ensure all legislative log-books are maintained and in good condition for inspection at all times. Follow guidance issued by the Regional Property Manager and Home Manager to ensure call outs to contractors are minimized. Understand and ensure the implementation of the Home's Health and Safety policy, and Emergency and Fire procedures. To assist with the fire and water risk assessments and reviews. Support the Maintenance Operative with responsibilities for specific Health and Safety duties with regard to safeguard systems including: Conduct and record routine water quality and weekly temperature checks & water management systems of control; Weekly checks on fire alarms & all fire preventative devices in the home; monthly checks on emergency lighting system; monthly (weekly for fire escape routes) check on fire exits/firefighting equipment. Cover for annual leave / absence in other Care Homes as and when appropriate. Provide out of hours' emergency service by participating in the on call rota and be proactive when asked to provide temporary cover for sister homes. To support other homes in the region to cover for absent maintenance operatives; Encourage and contribute to working as a team, responding positively to colleagues and acting on all reasonable work instructions promptly; Induct new team members on Fire Safety and training including the use of evacuation mats and fire drills as required. Train Team Members in the safe and correct use of new equipment as required. Attend the home for emergency call outs out of hours as required. Provide out of hours' emergency service, participating in the on call rota. Undertake Gardening as and when required to a good standard. Carry out plumbing, joinery and general building repairs to a good standard. To maintain work and storage areas in a neat, tidy, safe and secure manner; Maintain the company vehicle and carry out basic safety checks as needed. To be fully conversant with the Group policies particularly the ones relating to Health & Safety and Information Governance. Take care of items of equipment used to carry out tasks, including general cleanliness and advising on any faults and the need for maintenance or replacement; To ensure compliance with the Group Information Governance Policy, maintaining an appropriate level of confidentiality around issues that may be personal or commercially sensitive. To carry out regular visual inspection of all plant, fixtures and fittings, reporting any concerns to the Home Manager for repair as necessary; Be responsible for the health and safety and welfare of self and others whilst at work including colleagues, residents and families. Understand personal responsibilities in relation to the Health & Safety at Work Acts and fire safety and evacuation procedures and demonstrates a working knowledge of COSHH assessments applicable in own work area; To support the Home Manager with all property/estates compliance, including the FRA, WRA & PPM certificates records; Provide a courier service, if necessary, for mail and supplies, as well as delivery of specimens and collection of prescriptions on behalf of service users; Responsible for the safe and tidy storage of supplies and equipment in line with your area of work; Take responsibility to read, understand and adhere to the company policies and procedures, attending mandatory training sessions commensurate to the role; To act as an ambassador for the Group company Vision and Values To promote equality and diversity at all times and across all work activities. To adhere to Group policies and procedures. General Responsibilities To be responsible for maintaining your health and safety for all and for alerting the officers responsible to any hazards or potential risks To ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act and to ensure that an appropriate level of confidentiality is maintained around issues that may be personal or commercially sensitive Responsible for the establishment and maintenance of positive working relationships both with external agencies and internal departments and with individual colleagues with whom interaction is required To operate in a style which is consistent with the values and vision of Four Seasons Health Care . click apply for full job details
Brighterkind Llandrindod Wells, Powys
Dec 14, 2022
Full time
We are looking for an experienced Chef to join one of the largest health care providers in the UK. The role is based in one of our care homes and will assist in delivery and the preparation and production of food alongside the dining experience coupled with food ordering and stock management. As an organisation we are incredibly passionate regarding the food experience that all our residents receive and believe in prioritising and providing investment and training to ensure we create the best teams capable of delivering a sector leading service and offer. We are looking for outstanding chefs who have a passion for cooking and who want to help deliver great menus We offer you a great range of benefits, which include: Competitive salary Refer a Friend scheme of £500 (increasing to £650 for any further referrals) Work/Life Balance - work 5/7 days with no evening work Access to our Training Academy with innovative training available Opportunity to use all your chef skills - not just one specialism Career development - Chef Manager and regional opportunities Discounts and benefits suited to your lifestyle Free onsite parking Free uniform Free meals on duty NEST work place pension contributions Long service awards Reporting into the Home Manager /Chef Manager, responsibilities will include: Assisting in every aspect of the catering operation within the home for residents and team members, delivering a high quality service and dining experience in line with all health, safety & hygiene requirements. Delivering varied, nutritious and appetising menu options for our residents, taking into account of any special dietary needs, allergen information and retaining records for inspection purposes. Working week which offers an exceptional work life balance with social flexible hours. Liaising with approved suppliers to ensure efficient delivery of orders, in line with the company policy and procedures to maintain appropriate stock levels and budget control. Assisting with the Food Safety Management System including COSHH Management and cleaning rota, to ensure the regular cleaning of all kitchen areas, equipment and appliances to meet the high standards of cleanliness necessary in food storage, preparation and service areas. Practicing safe systems of work across the range of tasks and in line with the Food Safety Management Systems, by assessing risk and having due regard for personal safety of residents, visitors and team members. To succeed you will be: A team player with good interpersonal skills Energetic, Approachable and hard-working Flexible and adaptable to change Strong communicator and influencer Driven and motivated and believe in quality care Passionate about offering superior services and want to make a difference in everything that they do T&C's apply
Brighterkind Wadebridge, Cornwall
Dec 07, 2022
Full time
We are currently recruiting for a Care Assistant and experience isn't essential. If you would like to work in health and social care and deliver the support and care our residents require, this role is perfect for you. As one of the largest healthcare providers in the UK it's important to us to couple great care with meaningful and enjoyable experiences. We offer you a great range of benefits, which include: Competitive salary Happy Hub - discounts across shopping, eating out, going out and holidays suited to your lifestyle Generous holiday entitlement Various shifts available Refer a Friend scheme of £500 (increasing to £650 for any further referrals) Free meals Access to excellent training Choose from a wide range of apprenticeships and receive £300 bonus upon completion Career development opportunities Free onsite parking Free uniform NEST work place pension contributions Long service awards We believe in helping our residents to live their lives as independently as possible and support them in reaching their potential, through both practical and emotional support as well as having a positive impact on their lives. We see it as our mission to ensure that everyone in our care are supported and look forward to every day with us, and their well-being is maintained through enjoying the simple but essential pleasures of good food and company in a warm and homely environment. As a Care Assistant you will be: Delivering quality personal care to each of our residents Supporting them with daily activities such as washing, dressing, eating and maintaining personal hygiene Understanding our resident's communication needs and adapting your communication to each individual, e.g. sounds, tones, body language Providing emotional support to individuals and their families Working with significant people in our resident's life, such as friends and family, by giving them confidence and reassurance and involving them in our resident's care To succeed you will be: A team player who engages well with others Strong communicator and influencer Energetic and hard-working Flexible and adaptable to change Passionate about offering superior services and want to make a difference A glass half full person, with a sense of humour and a positive outlook If you possess these qualities, or have worked in a retail, supermarket, warehouse or other customer facing environments then no experience of working as a Care Assistant is necessary. We provide you with excellent learning, development and support opportunities, to equip you with the knowledge and skills to make a real difference in the role. T&C's apply
Brighterkind Harrogate, Yorkshire
Dec 01, 2022
Full time
We are looking for Bank Registered Nurses to join our regional Bank team were you will work across a number of our Care Homes within a specified region. If you have a passion for enhancing the quality of life, then working for us within our nursing homes will be the right role for you. Seen as specialists in dementia care and RCN accredited, we'll support you to be the best too, no matter what area of nursing is in your future. We offer a great range of benefit's, which include Competitive hourly rates 12.7% uplift included on hourly rate to cover annual leave Various shifts available Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle Free meals Access to excellent training Ongoing personal development plan and career progression Free onsite parking Friendly Working Environment Free Enhanced DBS Check and uniform Discounts and benefits suited to your lifestyle As a Bank Registered Nurse you will have a current NMC registration and a good knowledge of the most up-to-date clinical practices and be willing to travel to various Homes. As a Bank Registered Nurse you will be: Supporting a team of care staff across multiple locations to deliver exceptional care Producing well-developed care plans and detailed risk assessments, with an understanding of regulatory frameworks Maintaining accurate documentation and resident records whilst incorporating the use of modern technology Overseeing all aspects of medicine management on your shift in accordance with company policies and current legislation Responsible for making decisions and having the autonomy to do things the right way Utilising your clinical skills to provide guidance and support to all team members Supporting, guiding, teaching and mentoring others in line with the NMC Code, following its guidance at all times. To succeed you will be: A Registered Nurse with the ability to lead a team of care staff Passionate about delivering great care and supporting the residents and their families A team player who engages well with others Confident in developing relationships quickly in different locations Able to demonstrate a sense of humour and positive outlook Able to communicate effectively at all levels Able to drive, hold a full licence and have access to a car Able to demonstrate awareness and understanding of the CI/CQQ/RQIA National Care Standards Able to Demonstrate an understanding and application of relevant legislation in relation to the role Able to deliver nursing care in a clinical environment Have you got experience of working in the NHS, a Community Nurse, staff nurse or worked in vaccination centres are you looking for a more flexible way of working then this opportunity will be perfect for you and will see you using all your clinical skills.
Brighterkind Morpeth, Northumberland
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
Wellbeing and Activities Assistant We are recruiting for a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant. In this role you will assist in the creation and delivery of a wide-ranging variety of activities, ensuring that resident interests and needs are met whilst allowing for their varying levels of physical and mental ability. As one of the largest healthcare providers in the UK it's important to us to couple great care with meaningful and enjoyable experiences. As a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant you will: Assist in the assessment of the needs of the residents, through meeting with them, team members and family members Support providing stimulation and exercise to residents that meet their individual needs through a wide and varied activities programme including music, exercise and arts & crafts Build relationships with residents and families to gather life story information and ensure care plans and activities are developed and updated accordingly Spend individual time with residents, care staff and relatives to create personalised activities that engage our residents and reflect their interest and hobbies Assist in developing community links with local groups and arrange trips and excursions with varied destinations and purposes to involve as many residents in activity outside the Home Support in the roll-out of the Magic Moments initiatives and encourage others to be involved Assist in the creation of evidencing and tracking activity engagement via digital and written methods To succeed you will be: A team player who engages well with others A strong communicator A genuine interest in promoting independence and life style opportunities for the elderly Energetic and hard-working Flexible and adaptable to change Passionate about offering superior services and want to make a difference A glass half full person, with a sense of humour and a positive outlook We offer a great range of benefits, which include: Competitive salary Generous holiday entitlement Various shifts available Refer a Friend scheme of £500 (increasing to £650 for any further referrals) Free meals Access to excellent training Career development opportunities Discounts and benefits suited to your lifestyle Free onsite parking Free uniform NEST work place pension contributions Long service awards T&C's apply East Riding, Morpeth East Riding Care Home is located in the town of Morpeth in Northumberland. The home offers nursing and residential care, and end-of-life care. East Riding is home to a dedicated suite for those living with dementia which has been adapted to make sure residents are kept safe and as comfortable as possible in their surroundings. Care can be provided on a permanent basis, however a respite service for shorter stays is also available. East Riding can be easily accessed by either car or train and has great transport links to the surrounding areas. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £10.25 per hour
Brighterkind Harrogate, Yorkshire
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
Wellbeing and Activities Assistant We are recruiting for a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant. In this role you will assist in the creation and delivery of a wide-ranging variety of activities, ensuring that resident interests and needs are met whilst allowing for their varying levels of physical and mental ability. As one of the largest healthcare providers in the UK it's important to us to couple great care with meaningful and enjoyable experiences. As a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant you will: Assist in the assessment of the needs of the residents, through meeting with them, team members and family members Support providing stimulation and exercise to residents that meet their individual needs through a wide and varied activities programme including music, exercise and arts & crafts Build relationships with residents and families to gather life story information and ensure care plans and activities are developed and updated accordingly Spend individual time with residents, care staff and relatives to create personalised activities that engage our residents and reflect their interest and hobbies Assist in developing community links with local groups and arrange trips and excursions with varied destinations and purposes to involve as many residents in activity outside the Home Support in the roll-out of the Magic Moments initiatives and encourage others to be involved Assist in the creation of evidencing and tracking activity engagement via digital and written methods To succeed you will be: A team player who engages well with others A strong communicator A genuine interest in promoting independence and life style opportunities for the elderly Energetic and hard-working Flexible and adaptable to change Passionate about offering superior services and want to make a difference A glass half full person, with a sense of humour and a positive outlook We offer a great range of benefits, which include: Competitive salary Generous holiday entitlement Various shifts available Refer a Friend scheme of £500 (increasing to £650 for any further referrals) Free meals Access to excellent training Career development opportunities Discounts and benefits suited to your lifestyle Free onsite parking Free uniform NEST work place pension contributions Long service awards T&C's apply Location: Granby Road, Harrogate HG1 Location: Granby Road, Harrogate HG1 Job Types: Part-time, Permanent Salary: £9.50 per hour
Brighterkind Radlett, Hertfordshire
Dec 06, 2021
Full time
We are currently recruiting for a Driver. Working as a Driver you will be driving vehicles operated by the Home service and ensuring passenger safety at all times. You will be assisting Residents to and from the vehicle and arrival at their destinations. As one of the largest healthcare providers in the UK it's important to us to couple great care with meaningful and enjoyable experiences. As a Driver you will be: Driving vehicle/s operated by the Home during rostered hours Driving Residents to and from various destinations and assisting them getting in and out of the vehicle on arrival Performing the prescribed daily vehicle and safety equipment checks and immediately recording and reporting any defects which become apparent Acting in a professional and courteous manner at all times towards residents, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident Reporting and recording details of any accident or mishap, no matter how minor, and to secure witnesses to same Encouraging and contributing to working as a team, responding positively to colleagues and acting on all reasonable work instructions promptly To succeed you will be A competent driver with a full UK drivers licence Passionate and committed to enhancing the specialist services we deliver Energetic and hard-working Flexible and adaptable to change A team player who engages well with others A glass half full person, with a sense of humour and a positive outlook We provide you with excellent learning, development and support opportunities, to equip you with the knowledge and skills to make a real difference in the role. We offer you a great range of benefits, which include: Competitive salary Generous holiday entitlement Refer a Friend scheme of £150 (unlimited referrals) Free meals Access to excellent training Career development opportunities Discounts and benefits suited to your lifestyle Free onsite parking Free uniform where applicable NEST work place pension contributions Long service awards