We are recruiting a Senior Care Officer at Caerphilly County Borough Council.
Working hours: 37 Hours Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term until 31st March 2026 Location: Castle View Residential Home Team: Older People Residential Services This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization.
We pay an attractive salary of £31,537 - £34,434 and offer access to training and development opportunities.
Do you feel you can make a positive impact on residents lives every day where your compassion and dedication truly make a difference?
Do you feel you 'lead by example' in providing the necessary support to staff team?
Castle View Residential Home is looking for a Senior Care Officer to join the team in providing a high standard of care to the residents and to support the management team in the day to day running of the service.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background and experience of working in social care who has the necessary transferable skills to undertake the role and manage the Home in the absence of the Manager or Deputy Manager.
Please note this post is an office based post however will be required to provide direct care when required.
For the role, we ask that you have: A QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care Services OR equivalent as recognised by the Social Care Wales.
And/Or a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Services OR equivalent as recognised by the Social Care Wales.
Knowledge of Care Inspectorate Wales and National Minimum Standards for Care Homes for Older People.
A Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings.
We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, and staff discount schemes.
To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list.
After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Tracey Walters/Mandy Chattaway on / or email waltetcaerphilly.gov.uk chattmcaerphilly.gov.uk
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