Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the position of a full time Deputy Care Home Manager at Clifton Lodge Care Home based in Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex. This is a unique career opportunity to become a key member of the nursing team. You must be enthusiastic, motivated with good communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. You must be a team player and willing to go the extra mile for our residents care.
Main duties of the job
An understanding of the Recovery Model approach is required, taking into account the needs of families and carer's, whilst working under the direction of senior staff and be prepared to become part of established multidisciplinary team.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a team where resident care is always at the forefront. As part of the team you will be supported and encouraged to develop your skills whilst working for an organization that values their staff.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
- Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
- The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
- Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Join our Staff bank
What is Staff Bank?
Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.
All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.
If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is responsible for the holistic assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programs of care for residents/clients with Mental Health needs referred to the service. At all times upholding and teaching the Recovery model and reminding mindful of all physical health needs and social inclusion ensuring that anti stigma is upheld.
The post holder works under the overall supervision of the Home Manager, but is required to undertake the duties of the post without direct supervision. They are required to teach of other nursing and non-nursing staff allocated to their particular area. The post holder is designated as the person to take charge regularly in the absence of the Home Manager, with prior in agreement with that person, undertaking defined managerial responsibility for the ward. In addition, the post holder will be expected to take a key role as lead on the clinical practice within the area, will demonstrate good leadership skills whilst ensuring robust standards of care are in place, including physical, mental health and social needs ensuring theses are implemented and evaluated.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
- Excellent leadership skills with a mentorship and leadership qualification
- Compassion
- Understanding
- Commitment
- Enthusiasm
- Be highly motivated
- Delivering high quality care,
- Have a positive attitude
- Commitment to maintain EPUTs excellent customer care and outstanding reputation.
We are looking for people who can bring commitment, reliability, enthusiasm and determination to take forward our service in new and innovative ways. In return we offer training and development of staff, support through regular Supervision and Appraisal, assisting you in setting realistic objectives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is responsible for the holistic assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programs of care for residents/clients with Mental Health needs referred to the service. At all times upholding and teaching the Recovery model and reminding mindful of all physical health needs and social inclusion ensuring that anti stigma is upheld.
The post holder works under the overall supervision of the Home Manager, but is required to undertake the duties of the post without direct supervision. They are required to teach of other nursing and non-nursing staff allocated to their particular area. The post holder is designated as the person to take charge regularly in the absence of the Home Manager, with prior in agreement with that person, undertaking defined managerial responsibility for the ward. In addition, the post holder will be expected to take a key role as lead on the clinical practice within the area, will demonstrate good leadership skills whilst ensuring robust standards of care are in place, including physical, mental health and social needs ensuring theses are implemented and evaluated.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
- Excellent leadership skills with a mentorship and leadership qualification
- Compassion
- Understanding
- Commitment
- Enthusiasm
- Be highly motivated
- Delivering high quality care,
- Have a positive attitude
- Commitment to maintain EPUTs excellent customer care and outstanding reputation.
We are looking for people who can bring commitment, reliability, enthusiasm and determination to take forward our service in new and innovative ways. In return we offer training and development of staff, support through regular Supervision and Appraisal, assisting you in setting realistic objectives.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- RMN or RGN
- Sound Knowledge of CPA
- Proven experience at Band 5
- Ability to act as mentor/preceptor of junior staff
Skills/Experience
Essential
- Literate in IT/Computer skills
- Competent in leading a shift prioritising, assessing and managing risk
- Ability to deputise for the Home Care Manager when required
- Good understanding of medication management and the importance of accurate recording
- Ability to demonstrate leadership skills
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- RMN or RGN
- Sound Knowledge of CPA
- Proven experience at Band 5
- Ability to act as mentor/preceptor of junior staff
Skills/Experience
Essential
- Literate in IT/Computer skills
- Competent in leading a shift prioritising, assessing and managing risk
- Ability to deputise for the Home Care Manager when required
- Good understanding of medication management and the importance of accurate recording
- Ability to demonstrate leadership skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Clifton Lodge
42 Balmoral Road
Westcliff-on-Sea
SS0 7DB
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
