London Borough of Barking and Dagenham

About London Borough of Barking and Dagenham

“Make a real difference” We are looking for a dedicated, caring and supportive person to join our team at Kallar Lodge as Deputy Care Home Manager. Reporting directly to the Care Home Manager, the role will involve providing effective line management and supervision of the staff group within the care home. deputising for the Care Home Manager in their absence and creating and delivering high quality residential care services for older people with dementia. Ensuring that Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards are maintained you will be supporting the continued development of a high quality individual needs led service to residents which will ensure the views of service users and carers are reflected in care practice and service development. Special Requirements for this Post This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful applicants including a Disclosure check. About you Experience of working in a management role within a residential care for dementia or similar care/support service is essential. We are looking for people who share our values and our commitment to helping and caring for our residents. You will have the ability and enthusiasm to provide the highest standards of customer care and person-centred service delivery, promoting independence, choice and wellbeing. With Knowledge of and ability to follow and maintain CQC standards within the service you will have experience of HR processes and experience of developing effective working relationships with health and social care staff and external agencies as well as residents and relatives. In addition to this, good communication skills and personal attributes such as honesty and being reliable are key to success in this role. About Us Kallar Lodge is a residential care home and respite centre specialising in the care of people living with Dementia. The home is owned by the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham and underwent an extensive refurbishment back in 2008. The home has 44 residential rooms on three floors, all the rooms are spacious with an en-suite facility. There are large communal lounge areas including the dining room and lake room where residents can enjoy afternoon teas, activities and a lovely view over the lake. Kallar Lodge is surrounded by large gardens to the rear and side, it also has two internal courtyard areas including a Bird Avery. what we offer A competitive pay package, generous pension scheme, a positive approach to flexible working, annual leave up to 27 days and a commitment to your wellbeing. In addition to this, you will have excellent opportunities for ongoing personal development with regular training and shadowing opportunities within the service as well as potential for progression within the role. You will also engage in supervision and annual appraisals as part of your ongoing support. If this sounds like an organisation, you’d be proud to work for, why not apply today? For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Pauline Humphrey, Care Home Manager on 020 8724 1863 or e mail [email removed]

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