Field care supervisor Burnley/Blackburn
We are looking for an NVQ qualified carer with a minimum of 3 years care experience to join our team as a care supervisor. You will be involved with such things as completing client assessments and reviews, liaising with relatives & health professionals, spot-checks, writing care plans and generally making sure that we are providing the best quality care and service possible.
Choice care provides a range of care to our clients, from companionship to complex care and end of life care. We are a preferred provider to BWD Social services as well as providing care for CCG clients and private clients. we are a family run business that has been established in Blackburn for over 23 years.
We are not a 'run of the mill' care company, we like to go that extra mile for our staff and clients. we have staff that have been with us for over 15 years and reward loyalty with our Long Service awards , given every 5 years of service.
About the role
This is a full time position of an average of 30 hours a week plus alternate weekends on call. these hours are based on a shift plan of week 1 Mon , Tues , Sat , Sun and week 2 working Wed, Thurs, Fri.
The supervisors must be available from 7 am and until 10pm on their days of work however between 1pm and 4pm is down time.
This is a field based role. a phone an tablet will be supplied. Participation in the on call rota (alternate weekends)and covering care calls is required, additional care calls will be paid at the usual hourly rate and you will work opposite a senior care supervisor who will support you in your role
Essential requirements
NVQ 3 with a minimum of 3 years care experience
full driving license & use of a car
Understanding of legislation concerned with care provision
Experience of working as a supervisor within the health and social care sector.
To apply for this position, please submit your resume highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £21,294.00 per year
What you will need
Required criteria
- must have supervisory experience
- must be a driver and have access to your own car
- minimum of 2 years experience delivering care
Choice Care
Choice Care was founded in 1999 by husband and wife, Andrew and Fiona Key. With more than 25 years’ experience in the health and social care sector, Andrew and Fiona combined their background in nursing with a passion for delivering high-quality home care services in Blackburn that bridge the gap between traditional home care and nursing. Whether it’s working directly with private clients and their families or in partnership with social services, Clinical Commissioning Groups, solicitors and health professionals, we strive to provide the best possible care and support for some of the most vulnerable people in our community, tailoring our care services to meet their unique needs. We work closely with organisations such as East Lancashire Hospice, the Stroke Association, Dementia UK, Parkinson’s UK and the MS Society to share resources and make sure our staff are up to date on the latest skills and training. Our team of dedicated carers are all vetted and trained to gain the qualifications they need to help them carve out a long-term career in care.
We recruit from Blackburn and the local areas and pride ourselves on being an equal opportunities employer. We provide induction training to our staff and carers must reach the required level of knowledge in each subject area. They must also complete a number of shifts with a supervisor to make sure they’re competent at following care plans and delivering the required level of care. New recruits will also be working on achieving their diploma/NVQ qualification in care, which takes between 6 and 9 months to complete. Join our team of award-winning colleagues If you’re passionate about making life better for society’s most vulnerable people we’d love to hear from you. We’re an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from people with a real drive to learn and progress in the care industry. We believe that being a carer is not just a job, it’s a vocation. As a family-run business, we’re looking to grow the team with like-minded people who share our values. We love nothing more than seeing the enthusiasm and dedication of a carer turn into a satisfying, lifelong career, whether they’ve come from a background in care or start out with no hands-on experience but an open heart and mind.
Our benefits
What we offer: Competitive pay Support from management Ongoing training to help career progression A great working environment with a fun and supportive culture A team of award-winning colleagues