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ABOUT THE ROLE As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. Your role will involve supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager. You can also expect to support the clinical team in a specific area, such as medication, assessments, care plans or care reviews. Like everyone here, as a Senior Care Assistant, you'll always respect the dignity and preferences of our residents as well playing your own part in creating an environment that's warm, welcoming and vibrant. ABOUT YOU You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health &amp; Social Care to join us as a Senior Care Assistant. We'll also need to see that you have specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. We're looking for people who are warm-hearted, compassionate and committed to giving each resident individualised care and support. You'll have the opportunity to develop your career through ongoing training opportunities, so there's no limit to how far you can go with us. Many of our Senior Carer Assistants progress into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer or nursing roles. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your motivational and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. 0508

Barchester Healthcare

Senior Care Assistant - Care Home

ABOUT THE ROLE As an Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as an Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement. ABOUT YOU You'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as an Activities Coordinator. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your planning and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. 0508

Activities Coordinator - Care Home

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. 0508

Night Care Assistant

ABOUT THE ROLE As an Activities Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll deliver imaginative, fun and varied activities to ensure our residents can enjoy an environment that is motivational and fulfilling. We want to make sure each individual can pursue the interests they most enjoy and that means you'll have a real impact on our residents' lives. The Activities Assistant role involves helping us to deliver an entertainment and activities programme that covers a wide range of pastimes, social activities, outings and events. Put simply, you'll help every resident to live as independently as possible and enhance their involvement with their family, friends and the local community. ABOUT YOU You don't need any specific experience to join us as an Activities Assistant, so you could come from any background. What's important is that you have a sense of fun, creativity, and the ability to encourage and motivate others. You'll also need to have that little extra something a real interest in the people we support. Enthusiastic and empathetic, you're someone who'll really enjoy helping our residents to live their lives to the full. Bring us all of that, and you'll have every opportunity to develop your skills further with a range of courses designed to build your confidence in every aspect of your role. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your creativity and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Activities Assistant - Care Home

Please note this is a Fixed Term Contract for 12 months based on 14 hours per week. ABOUT THE ROLE As an Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as an Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement. ABOUT YOU You'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as an Activities Coordinator. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your planning and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. 0508

Barchester Healthcare are looking for an experienced and dedicated Administrator to join our team and play a pivotal role within the home's management team. Providing the General Manager with the support needed to ensure the efficient running of a high quality home, this varied position encompasses managing Customer Experience elements alongside, HR, Recruitment, Payroll, Finance and the supervision of junior members of the administration team. You'll need to be a self-sufficient and professional individual who is enthusiastic and promotes a positive image when communicating with others and talking about the home, creating a positive impression. Along with strong IT skills and excellent organisation, our Administrators will need to be comfortable in giving others direction. RESPONSIBILITIES Promote a warm and welcoming environment for residents, staff and visitors Manage enquiries and showrounds of the home for prospective families, including managing the customer database appropriately to support the commercial performance and conversion of enquiries for the home Drive the occupancy and reputation of the Care Home as part of a community engagement team Support resident and family feedback with a focus on customer care Assist with the recruitment of home staff, completing employment new starter checks and arranging inductions Payroll preparation for home based staff Provide advice and guidance to employees on queries using the HR tools and resources available Ensure that all personal files are stored securely Attend meetings and produce accurate notes and minutes where required Ensure all rotas are complete Manage safe contents, petty cash, and resident fund accounts Update ad-hoc training, supervisions, and appraisals on staff records Offer guidance on staff development opportunities including signposting to Apprenticeships and qualifications NEED TO HAVE Experience in a customer facing role Previous involvement in HR administration and recruitment High level of attention to detail and the ability to prioritise Proficient user of Microsoft- specifically Word, Excel and Outlook CIPD qualification would be beneficial REWARDS AND BENEFITS Rewarding Excellence bonus, meaning you will be financially rewarded by up to £500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our generous refer a friend scheme, earning up to £500* per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarkets Free access to medical specialists, who are available for a second opinion if you need it to make a decision with confidence Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax code review service, where we will check that you are on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside thousands of colleagues across the UK As the only healthcare provider to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for in the UK, Barchester are dedicated to ensuring that our team are respected and their contribution valued. If you are looking to develop your administrative career with an employer that is supportive and offers progression opportunities, Barchester is an empowering and rewarding place to be. 7766

Care Home Administrator

St Michaels, 166 London Road, Dover Kent CT16 3DE, United Kingdom Pay Rate:£12.90 P/H Permanent::Full Time 42 Hours Shift Times: 21:30pm - 07:30am ( across 7 days) Priory Adult Care is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist adult care services. Our aim is to provide the right support in the right home for all the individuals we accommodate. With community-based residential care settings, as well as a network of supported living services, we support adults over the age of 18 with autism, dementia, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) and behaviours that challenge. We also offer a range of residential and nursing care settings for older people with varying levels of need. At Priory, you'll have the opportunity to be part of something special. A closeknit, supportive and diverse team who help to make a real difference to people's lives. We offer full training and numerous career pathways, including our Nursing is healthcare. Our roles can be flexible around your lifestyle, either full or part time and with a variety of shift patterns including weekdays and weekends. For further detail on the site location and type of support provided, please review the additional information section. Your positive attitude and passion for providing high quality care and support will be your key strengths, but you'll also have a friendly, patient and positive approach to work. You should be keen to learn and show compassion to care for the people we support. You will provide support with day to day activities, whilst encouraging and promoting independent living. As part of our team, you'll help people reach their potential, through both practical and emotional support, making a positive difference to their lives. Our teams provide care and support for individuals with different conditions at Priory sites all across the UK. It would be ideal if you have previous experience gained in a similar role. However whilst this is valuable, we are looking for individuals who display the right values and behaviours in order to make a difference to people's lives. You should be confident and upbeat, keen to learn and show compassion to care for the people we support. Not only is full training provided, but there are numerous career pathways available to you, including our Nurse Apprenticeship program. Benefits Include<ul><li>A competitive salary</li><li>Enhanced disclosure cost coverage</li><li>Comprehensive induction and commitment to on-going training</li><li>25 days annual leave including bank holidays and Birthday off</li><li>Online benefits and cashback rewards</li><li>Blue Light Card application opportunity</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>NEST pension option</li></ul>Benefits are subject to T&amp;Cs Responsibilities <ul><li>Supporting with personal care tasks, such as washing, dressing, eating and personal care</li><li>Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as dusting, vacuuming, and changing bed clothes</li><li>Assistance and support to attend medical appointments</li><li>Observe, monitor, and record physical and emotional well-being, and quickly report any changes to senior staff</li><li>Encouragement to participate in social and recreational activities</li><li>Promote Independence</li><li>Waking Nights</li></ul>St Michaels is located in the village of Temple Ewell, near Dover, Kent. The residential service supports five adults, who are autistic or have a learning disability. We are in a semi-rural location, off a main road. Our team are dedicated to supporting the people we care for to maximise their potential and work towards reducing the restrictions that they currently have in place. We want to help them to maximise their independence and support them on their long transitional pathway towards living in their own home in the community.

Priory

Careers at Priory

Support Worker- Waking Night

JOB-20241107-791d94d2Job Title: Senior Social Worker – Adult Locality Team (Senior Specialist CHC Assessor) Location: Medway, Kent Salary: £46,830 per annum Working Arrangements: Hybrid working available
<h3>Overview</h3>
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join the Adult Locality Team in Medway. This role is ideal for a confident practitioner with specialist knowledge of NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), who is looking to take on a leadership role within a supportive and forward-thinking service. You will play a key part in delivering high-quality adult social care while supporting service improvement and staff development.
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Hybrid working arrangements supporting a healthy work-life balance</li><li>
Supportive team culture with access to continuous professional development</li><li>
Comprehensive health and wellbeing programme</li><li>
Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>
Opportunities to participate in team-building and community engagement activities</li></ul>

<h3>Main Purpose of the Role</h3>
As a Senior Specialist CHC Assessor, you will lead on Decision Support Tool (DST) assessments to determine eligibility for NHS Continuing Healthcare funding. You will manage complex and contested cases, including joint funding arrangements, while supporting individuals and families throughout the assessment process.You will work closely with internal teams, NHS colleagues, care providers, and local authority partners to ensure appropriate care and support packages are implemented. The role also includes undertaking Section 117 reviews, contributing to service development, and providing professional supervision to a small number of social care staff to promote high standards of practice.
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Lead and coordinate CHC assessments and reviews, both face-to-face and virtual</li><li>
Manage a complex caseload from assessment through to resolution</li><li>
Provide specialist advice on CHC eligibility, Section 117 aftercare, and joint funding pathways</li><li>
Work collaboratively with partners to arrange care packages and placements</li><li>
Support individuals and families with clear, empathetic communication throughout the CHC process</li><li>
Maintain accurate and timely records in line with statutory and organisational requirements</li><li>
Contribute to performance monitoring, data reporting, and governance processes</li><li>
Support staff development through supervision, training, and induction</li><li>
Contribute to service improvement and continuous development initiatives</li></ul>

<h3>Essential Criteria</h3>
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Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work</li><li>
Registration with Social Work England</li><li>
Significant post-qualifying experience within adult social care</li><li>
Strong working knowledge of NHS Continuing Healthcare, DSTs, and Section 117</li><li>
Experience managing complex cases and working across health and social care systems</li><li>
Ability to supervise and support social care staff</li><li>
Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills</li></ul>

<h3>Why Work in Medway</h3>
Medway offers a unique blend of urban and rural living, rich cultural heritage, and excellent transport links to London and the Kent coast. It is an attractive location for professionals seeking career development alongside a balanced lifestyle within a diverse and thriving community.
<h3>Working with Sanctuary Personnel</h3>
Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning recruitment agency. With an Excellent rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews, we are committed to securing the best opportunities and rates tailored to your skills and experience.

Sanctuary Personnel

Senior Social Worker - Adult Locality Team

Bishops Gate, 58 Springfield Road, St Leonards on Sea East Sussex TN38 0TZ, United Kingdom Priory Bishops Gate is looking to recruit a Support Workerto join the team.This is a Full time role. £12.60 per hour (£24,570 per year) 40 Hours per week with a mixture of Days, Nights &amp; Weekends on a rotational basis Priory Bishops Gate is a residential service, located in St. Leonards-On-Sea, East Sussex. We provide support to males and females between the ages of 18 and 65, who are on the autistic spectrum, have learning Difficulties and Trauma informed care. We aim to help residents create and achieve personal goals, in order to lead a fulfilled and enriched life. It would be ideal if you have previous experience gained in a similar role. However whilst this is valuable, we are looking for individuals who display the right values and behaviours in order to make a difference to people's lives. You should be keen to learn and show compassion to care for the people we support. What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our residents wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Support worker, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents<ul><li>Supporting with personal care tasks, such as washing, dressing, eating and personal care</li><li>Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as dusting, vacuuming, and changing bed clothes</li><li>Assistance and support to attend medical appointments</li><li>Observe, monitor, and record physical and emotional well-being, and quickly report any changes to senior staff</li><li>Encouragement to participate in social and recreational activities</li><li>Promote Independence</li></ul>What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.<ul><li>Excellent interpersonal skills and a caring nature</li><li>Empathy, understanding and patience</li><li>Ability to work on your own and as part of a team</li><li>Ability to understand and follow policies and procedure</li><li>The ability to anticipate and respond to challenges</li><li>Competent in verbal and written English</li><li>A health &amp; social qualification is desirable, but not essential</li></ul>For more information about the role, you can email <a href="mailto:beckyburns@priorygroup.com" target="_blank">beckyburns@priorygroup.com</a> What we will give you in return We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. Adult care benefits<ul><li>Free on-site parking</li><li>28 days annual leave</li><li>Contributory pension scheme</li><li>Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare</li><li>Access to development opportunities</li><li>Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel</li><li>Leadership &amp; management development</li><li>Long service award</li><li>Refer a friend bonuses</li></ul>Healthcare benefits<ul><li>Enhanced maternity pay</li><li>Supplemented meals</li><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave</li><li>Contributory pension scheme</li><li>Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare</li><li>Access to development opportunities</li><li>Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel</li><li>Leadership &amp; management development</li><li>Long service award</li><li>Refer a friend bonuses</li></ul> Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason. About Priory Priory is the leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care in the UK. We support 26,000 people a year to move towards a healthier future so they can live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions, including depression, anxiety, addictions and eating disorders, as well as children's mental health, across our nationwide network of sites. We also support autistic adults and adults with a learning disability, Prader-Willi Syndrome and brain injuries, as well as older people, within specialist residential care and supported living facilities. With over 13,000 colleagues working at Priory, we have a long and prestigious history, and an unrivalled reputation for making a real and lasting difference to the lives of every individual in our care. Priory is part of MEDIAN Group , a leading pan-European provider of mental health, specialist care and rehabilitation services, focussed on restoring quality of life through effective, evidenced and data-driven care. Priory is committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, read more here . All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check. We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. Should we require assistance, we will reach out directly to our 'PSL' INDBAU2 #VH

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