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Parklands care homes are full of life. We aim to create a warm family atmosphere where residents are made to feel at home. Our teams work closely with our residents, their families, local community, and professionals to ensure that our residents care and support is developed with a structured, meaningful and person-centred approach. In line with our values.
When you join Parklands, you become part of our extended family. And as family, we support you throughout your career journey.
We are looking for a compassionate, committed, and motivatedNight Shift Leaderto joinour dedicated team in ourSpeysideCare Homein Aberlour, Moray.This is a permanent role, working part-time hours (14-hours per week).
Job Description
As a Night Shift Leader, you will be responsible for supporting the care, protection, and well-being of all individuals, by treating them with respect and dignity, assisting with their protection and promoting their independence. You will also be responsible for managing the home in the absence of the Care Home Manager.
Your key responsibilities are:
- Report, record and take immediate appropriate action of any issues regarding staff, residents or relatives or visitors.
- Manage the staff off-duty, changes sheets and annual leave requests.
- Assist and support the care staff in the delivery of care to residents.
- Contribute to residents care planning and reviews by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care 6 monthly.
- Prepare for and undertake physiological measurements to assist the nurses and G.Ps.
- Administer medication to residents. Administer report on and monitor individuals medication. Order, store, record and dispose of medication safely.
- Undertake all necessary administrative duties and liaise closely with the administrative staff at Parklands.
- Monitor and maintain the safety and security of the working environment. Promote health and safety in the working environment and minimise risks arising from emergencies.
- Work with relatives and others to support them, when their loved ones have a life limiting illness, assist other staff and families, with palliative and terminal illness care. Support residents through the dying process and relatives through bereavement.
- Develop your own knowledge and practice, by attending training and staff meetings and reflecting on own practice.
- Work within the policies and procedures in the Parklands Quality Management System. (Q.M.S).
- Monitor residents weights and assist with the Malnutrition Universal screening tool to prevent malnutrition.
- Attend mandatory training in Moving and Handling, Health and Safety, Elementary Food Hygiene, Infection Control and First Aid, as appropriate to the job.
To apply for this role, you will need:
- SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care with Medication Unit.
- to be a team player, considering and supporting others in the team.
- to support the team and Care Home Manager.
- have a warm smiling approach.
- to maintain confidentiality at all times.
- the right to live and work in the UK.
- referee contact details for your current place of work and your previous place of work.
- to complete a PVG.
- some previous care home experience would be beneficial.
Why join Parklands?
- Be part of a dedicated care team within our Speyside Care Home. Located in the beautiful Highland village of Aberlour, Moray stands in its own landscaped gardens, a short walk from the village centre.
- Join a progressive and reputable organisation, the Parklands group, renowned for its commitment to excellence in care for over 30 years.
- Thrive in a work environment that values and appreciates your input and ideas, providing you with ample opportunities to succeed and make a meaningful impact.
- Enjoy a competitive package, including attractive benefits and incentives.
- We offer Wagestream a money management app that gives you power over your pay.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Night Shift Leader to make a positive impact and contribute to the wellbeing of our residents.
Pay:£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Company pension
- Flexible pay access
- Family friendly working
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Referral incentives
A few final things worth knowing
We understand that applying for a job can sometimes be daunting, especially if you dont meet every single requirement listed. If you're interested in this role but dont tick every box, we still encourage you to apply!
At Parklands, we believe that no one starts a new job knowing everything right away. Everyone has a learning curve, and were committed to helping our employees grow and develop in their roles. We value teamwork, professionalism, respect, trust and a caring approach. So dont rule yourself out!
If you require any changes to our recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please let us know. Were here to offer any adjustments to ensure you feel supported.
