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HOME MANAGER
Harrow on the Hill
Stephen James Consulting are pleased to be working with one of their key clients, in recruiting for a Registered Home Manager, for a meduim sized residential, dementia home based in Harrow, Greater London. You will be responsible for: To manage, develop and evaluate all aspects of service provision in the home, within policy guidelines ensure that all relevant legislation, organisational Policies and Procedures and codes of practice are adhered to. To be responsible for the management and supervision of staff to enable them to maximise their potential, through leadership, coaching, example, support and guidance. Establish and maintain in the home the atmosphere and practice of care based on the values of the provider, deriving from a concern for the individual and mutual respect between residents and staff. To be considered for this role of Registered Home Manager you will need the following experience: The successful candidates will ideally have at least 3 years’ experience in a managerial or leadership role within residential, dementia care home. Hold Level 4 as a minimum or LMC Level 4 Award Interview Leadership. Have an excellent understanding of the needs of residential care for older people, with a desire for delivering exceptional care standards. Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of care homes and CQC, be highly organised, smartly presented, a good people manager and passionate about delivering high quality, person centred care. Strong experience of managing financial budgets. The role of Registered Home Manager is offering £48,000 - £52,000 with an excellent benefits package, salary range is dependent on candidate experience. If you are interested in applying for this role of Residential Home Manager, please click apply now below.
SALARY: £52,000 + Bonus
POSTED: Nov 14 2019
AREA MANAGER
Newcastle upon Tyne
Stephen James Consulting are supporting one of their key clients in the recruitment for a Area Manager. This pivotal role will be responsible for a portfolio of 7 residential, nursing homes across the North East. Our client is a well-known market leader within elderly care. Each operational unit is run by a team of dedicated care staff, who are trained to encourage independence, preserve dignity, enable freedom of choice and protect the privacy of service users. You will be responsible for: Through effective partnering and communication, you will support them with the delivery of first-class care in line with company policies and CQC & regulatory frameworks. It is also a significant requirement of the post-holder to control budget in order to hit the agreed financial forecasts as well as the usual regulatory compliance, contractual compliance, and adherence to internal company policies. The Regional Manager will assist and advise teams on regulatory response, problem solving, training, coaching and auditing. The ideal candidate will have worked previously as a Area / Regional Manager and should meet all of the essential criteria below before making an application to this opportunity: A Minimum of three years’ experience of multi-site management, including coaching, performance management daily operations and supervision. Excellent communication skills and a positive and engaging influencing style. Proven experience within a business as usual environment, along with being able to demonstrate excellent commercial acumen. This is an excellent opportunity to join an elderly care provider, with an excellent reputation the provider continues to grow as a result of delivering exceptional care to the elderly. This opportunity is offering a competitive Salary and Benefits Package which depending on candidates experience £58,000 - £61,000 per + £6,000 Car Allowance + Bonus If you are interested in applying for this role of Area Manager, please click apply now below:
SALARY: £66,000 + Bonus
POSTED: Nov 14 2019
Registered Home Manager
Poole
Stephen James Consulting are pleased to be working with one of their key clients, in the recruitment for a Registered Home Manager for a large residential / dementia home based in Poole, Dorset. You will be responsible for: To manage, develop and evaluate all aspects of service provision in the home, within policy guidelines ensure that all relevant legislation, organisational Policies and Procedures and codes of practice are adhered to. To be responsible for the management and supervision of staff to enable them to maximise their potential, through leadership, coaching, example, support and guidance. Establish and maintain in the home the atmosphere and practice of care based on the values of the provider, deriving from a concern for the individual and mutual respect between residents and staff. To be considered for this role of Registered Home Manager you will need the following experience: The successful candidates will ideally have at least 4 years’ experience in a managerial or leadership role within large residential / dementia services. Hold Level 4 as a minimum or LMC Level 4 Award Interview Leadership. Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of care homes and CQC, be highly organised, smartly presented, a good people manager and passionate about delivering high quality, person centred care. Able to demonstrate strong experience of staff turnaround. Strong experience of managing financial budgets. Able to show excellent leadership skills coaching and mentoring approach. Our client has been running care homes across the UK for the past 10 years, having a strong reputation in the care industry for providing excellent care for the elderly. The role of Registered Home Manager is offering £65,000 - £70,000 with an excellent benefits package, salary range is dependent on candidate experience. If you are interested in applying for this role of Registered Home Manager, please click apply now below.
SALARY: £70,000
POSTED: Nov 12 2019
Divisional Support Manager
Cambridgeshire
Stephen James Consulting are recruiting for a Divisional Support Manager, this pivotal role will be covering homes across the East of England, in this critical newly created role, you will be reporting into the Divisional Director. You will be responsible for: To carry out specific operational, quality or change management projects within a portfolio of elderly Care Homes across the East of England. Providing strong, professional leadership in residential / nursing homes, ensuring the efficient and economical use of pre-agreed resource level. Providing advice and mentorship to Home Managers and senior staff teams in a home to assist them to achieve the highest standards of care and quality. Undertaking operational and quality project work, either in relation to a specific Home or Homes within the area: i.e. management reviews, audit or investigations, team building, mentoring and training. To be considered for this role of Divisional Support Manager you will need the following experience: You will be working in a support, peripatetic role, or managing a fully compliant Care Home (residential or nursing care) Ability to maintain all aspects of confidentiality and the ability to align with all legislative requirements to the residents and staff. You will need to evidence excellent time management skills. Able to demonstrate excellent Change Management or Project Management skills within older people’s care. Having a deep understanding around quality and audits, knowing ‘what good looks like’ Have the aptitude to work autonomously is essential. Our client is an award-winning elderly care organization, providing outstanding care to elderly for over 50 years. This is an excellent opportunity for Home Managers looking for the next step in their career.
SALARY: £55,000 + Car Allowance
POSTED: Nov 11 2019
Residential Home Manager
Corby
Stephen James Consulting are working with one of their key clients, in recruiting for a Residential Home Manager for a large residential, dementia home based in Corby, Northampton. You will be responsible for: To manage, develop and evaluate all aspects of service provision in the home, within policy guidelines ensure that all relevant legislation, organisational Policies and Procedures and codes of practice are adhered to. To be responsible for the management and supervision of staff to enable them to maximise their potential, through leadership, coaching, example, support and guidance. Establish and maintain in the home the atmosphere and practice of care based on the values of the provider, deriving from a concern for the individual and mutual respect between residents and staff. To be considered for this role of Registered Home Manager you will need the following experience: The successful candidates will ideally have at least 4 years’ experience in a managerial or leadership role within residential, dementia care home. Hold Level 4 as a minimum or LMC Level 4 Award Interview Leadership, Have an excellent understanding of the needs of older people and those affected by Dementia, with a desire for delivering exceptional care standards. Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of care homes and CQC, be highly organised, smartly presented, a good people manager and passionate about delivering high quality, person centred care. Strong experience of managing financial budgets. Our client has developed an excellent reputation for providing high quality care homes with visionary design led solutions for the elderly. The role of Registered Home Manager is offering £60,000 - £68,000 with an excellent benefits package, salary range is dependent on candidate experience. If you are interested in applying for this role of Residential Home Manager, please click apply now below. Stephen James Consulting are operating as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent opportunity; we offer a £250 referral voucher for each successful recommendation.
SALARY: £65,000
POSTED: Oct 24 2019
Home Manager
Bromley
Stephen James Consulting are recruiting a Home Manager for one of their clients based in Bromley, Kent. This crucial role will be running a 30 bedded residential home for the elderly, set within its own private grounds, providing a calm environment for their residents. Key responsibilities include: To handle, develop and evaluate all aspects of service provision in the service, within policy guidelines ensure that all important legislation, organisational Policies and Procedures and codes of practice are adhered to. To be responsible for the management and supervision of staff to enable them to maximise their potential, through leadership, mentoring, example, support and mentorship. Establish and maintain in the home the atmosphere and practice of care based on the values of the provider, deriving from a concern for the individual and mutual respect between residents and staff. To be Shortlisted for this key role of Home Manager you will need the following experience: The ideal person will ideally have at least 18 months experience in a managerial or leadership role within residential care. NVQ Level 4 or LMC Award in Leadership, or you could be a Deputy Manager looking for your first step into Home Management. Have an excellent understanding of the needs of older people, with a dream for delivering outstanding care standards. Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of care homes and CQC, being highly organised, smartly presented, a good people manager and passionate about delivering high quality, person centred care. The role of Registered Home Manager is offering £40,000 - 45,000 Salary range is dependent on experience. If you are interested in applying for this role of Home Manager, please click apply now below:
SALARY: £45,000
POSTED: Oct 10 2019
Care Home Manager
Hertfordshire
Stephen James Consulting are proud to be working with one of their key clients, in recruiting for a Care Home Manager for a medium-sized residential, dementia home, based in Hertfordshire. Key responsibilities include: To handle, develop and evaluate all aspects of service provision in the service, within policy guidelines ensure that all important legislation, organisational Policies and Procedures and codes of practice are adhered to. To be responsible for the management and supervision of staff to enable them to maximise their potential, through leadership, mentoring, example, support and mentorship. Establish and maintain in the home the atmosphere and practice of care based on the values of the provider, deriving from a concern for the individual and mutual respect between residents and staff. To be Shortlisted for this key role of Home Manager you will need the following experience: The ideal person will ideally have at least 3 years’ experience in a managerial or leadership role within residential, dementia care. Hold Level 4 as a minimum or LMC Level 4 Award in Leadership Have an excellent understanding of the needs of older people and those affected by Dementia, with a dream for delivering extraordinary care standards. Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of care homes and CQC, being highly organised, smartly presented, a good people manager and passionate about delivering high quality, person centred care. Strong experience of handling financial budgets. The role of Registered Home Manager is offering £58,000 - £65,000 with an excellent compensation package, salary range is dependent on your experience. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
SALARY: £65,000
POSTED: Oct 09 2019
RGN - Unit Manager
Stoke-on-Trent
Stephen James Consulting are currently recruiting for a (RGN) Unit Manager for a large multisite nursing and dementia home, based in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. This pivotal role will be reporting into the General Manager, the home is a ‘state of the art’ facility, has excellent relationships with local authorities, along with having a GOOD rating with CQC. We are looking for a Registered Nurse with the following skills and qualifications: Registered Nurse - RGN Active NMC PIN Previous Nursing Home Experience (Desirable) Working hand in hand with the management team, you'll help manage and develop the team throughout the home to deliver care that enhances every resident's life, maximising both their physical and mental wellbeing. You will manage the unit to make sure it is running smoothly on a day-to-day basis. If you are a qualified nurse unit manager, clinical lead and deputy manager looking for a new post in the, then this could be the opportunity for you!
SALARY: £42,000 + Bonus
POSTED: Oct 07 2019
Area Manager
South East London
Stephen James Consulting are supporting one of their key clients in the recruitment for a Regional Care Manager, to be based in London. This pivotal role will be responsible for a portfolio of 7-8 Care Homes, our client specializes within Elderly Care. Each operational unit is run by a team of dedicated care staff, who are trained to encourage independence, preserve dignity, enable freedom of choice and protect the privacy of service users. You will be responsible for: Through effective partnering and communication, you will support them with the delivery of first class care in line with company policies and CQC & regulatory frameworks. It is also a significant requirement of the post-holder to control budget in order to hit the agreed financial forecasts as well as the usual regulatory compliance, contractual compliance, and adherence to internal company policies. The Regional Care Manager will assist and advise teams on regulatory response, problem solving, training, coaching and auditing. The successful applicant shall focus on maintaining the level of clinical excellence and consistency at a regional level. The ideal candidate will ideally have worked previously as a Regional / Area Manager and should meet all of the essential criteria below before making an application to this vacancy. A Minimum of three years’ experience of multi-site management, including coaching, performance management daily operations and supervision. Sound demonstrable evidence of clinical governance, UK regulations and Care legislation. Excellent communication skills and a positive and engaging influencing style. This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist team within a growing care provider. Our Client continues to expand as a result of its exceptional reputation. This role is offering a competitive Salary and Benefits Package which depending on candidate Experience, sits around the £60,000 - £65,000 per year plus either a company car or car allowance. If you are interested in applying for this role of Regional Care Manager, please click apply now below:
SALARY: £65,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus
POSTED: Oct 03 2019
Nursing Home Manager
Norfolk
Stephen James Consulting are proud to be working with one of their key clients, in recruiting for a Nursing Care Home Manager for a large nursing / dementia home based in Norfolk. You will be responsible for: To manage, develop and evaluate all aspects of service provision in the home, within policy guidelines ensure that all relevant legislation, organisational Policies and Procedures and codes of practice are adhered to. To be responsible for the management and supervision of staff to enable them to maximise their potential, through leadership, coaching, example, support and guidance. Establish and maintain in the home the atmosphere and practice of care based on the values of the provider, deriving from a concern for the individual and mutual respect between residents and staff. To be considered for this role of Nursing Care Home Manager you will need the following experience: Hold a current registered PIN with the NMC (RGN) Essential The successful candidates will ideally have at least 3 years’ experience in a managerial or leadership role within nursing, dementia care. Hold Level 4 as a minimum or LMC Level 4 Award Interview Leadership, Have an excellent understanding of the needs of older people and those affected by Dementia, with a desire for delivering exceptional care standards. Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of care homes and CQC, be highly organised, smartly presented, a good people manager and passionate about delivering high quality, person centred care. Strong experience of managing financial budgets. Able to show excellent leadership skills - coaching and mentoring approach Our client has been providing quality care for 50 years, in addition benefiting from an excellent reputation for providing a range of specialist quality personal care for the elderly. The role of Registered Home Manager is offering £60,000 - £65,000 with an excellent benefits package, salary range is dependent on candidate experience. If you are interested in applying for this role of Nursing Care Home Manager, please click apply now below. Stephen James Consulting are operating as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent opportunity; we offer a £250 referral voucher for each successful recommendation.
SALARY: £65,000
POSTED: Oct 03 2019
Registered Home Manager
Calne
Stephen James Consulting are proud to be working with one of their key clients, in recruiting for a Registered Home Manager for a medium sized residential care home based in Wiltshire. You will be responsible for: To manage, develop and evaluate all aspects of service provision in the home, within policy guidelines ensure that all relevant legislation, organisational Policies and Procedures and codes of practice are adhered to. To be responsible for the management and supervision of staff to enable them to maximise their potential, through leadership, coaching, example, support and guidance. Establish and maintain in the home the atmosphere and practice of care based on the values of the provider, deriving from a concern for the individual and mutual respect between residents and staff. To be considered for this role of Registered Home Manager you will need the following experience: The successful candidates will ideally have at least 2 years’ experience in a managerial or leadership role (residential care) Hold Level 4 as a minimum or LMC Level 4 Award Interview Leadership, Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of care homes and CQC, be highly organised, smartly presented, a good people manager and passionate about delivering high quality, person centred care. Strong experience of managing financial budgets. Our client, a 'Not for Profit' based organisation have been providing quality care for a number of years to the elderly. The role of Registered Home Manager is offering £45,000 - £50,000 with an excellent benefits package, salary range is dependent on candidate experience. If you are interested in applying for this role of Registered Manager, please click apply now below.
SALARY: £50,000
POSTED: Sep 27 2019
Registered Home Manager
Wiltshire
Stephen James Consulting are proud to be working with one of their key clients, in recruiting for a Registered Home Manager for a large nursing, dementia care home based in Wiltshire. You will be responsible for: To manage, develop and evaluate all aspects of service provision in the home, within policy guidelines ensure that all relevant legislation, organizational Policies and Procedures and codes of practice are adhered to. To be responsible for the management and supervision of staff to enable them to maximise their potential, through leadership, coaching, example, support and guidance. Establish and maintain in the home the atmosphere and practice of care based on the values of the provider, deriving from a concern for the individual and mutual respect between residents and staff. To be considered for this role of Registered Home Manager you will need the following experience: The successful candidates will ideally have at least 4 years’ experience in a managerial or leadership role within residential, nursing, dementia care home. (NMC PIN not essential) Hold Level 4 as a minimum or LMC Level 4 Award Interview Leadership, Have an excellent understanding of the needs of older people and those affected by Dementia, with a desire for delivering exceptional care standards. Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of care homes and CQC, be highly organised, smartly presented, a good people manager and passionate about delivering high quality, person centred care. Strong experience of managing financial budgets. Our client, a 'Not for Profit' based organisation have been providing quality care for over 50 years to older people, having recently been accredited by the National Care Forum, through its "Quality First" framework. A genuine values based provider. The role of Registered Home Manager is offering £55,000 - £62,000 with an excellent benefits package, salary range is dependent on candidate experience. If you are interested in applying for this role of Registered Manager, please click apply now below.
SALARY: £60,000 + Bonus
POSTED: Sep 26 2019
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Barchester Healthcare buy's 24 Brighterkind Care Homes from Terra Firma.
The deal, which was revealed by Sky News last week, is reported to involve the acquisition of 1,570 beds and be worth around £160m. A Barchester spokesperson said: “Barchester Healthcare is delighted to announce the acquisition of 24 brighterkind care homes from Terra Firma. These homes sit outside the main Four Seasons high yield bond group and represent an exciting growth opportunity for Barchester. They will add 1,570 additional beds to the Barchester portfolio which currently has over 200 care homes and private hospitals.” Dr Pete Calveley, CEO of Barchester Healthcare, (pictured) said: “At Barchester, quality of care for our residents is our guiding objective. We are delighted to have the opportunity to acquire these 24 homes from Terra Firma, and look forward to welcoming staff, residents and relatives to the Barchester family. The 24 homes were the subject of a legal battle between and Four Seasons creditor H/2 Capital last year. They are expected to transfer to Barchester by early 2020 and are mostly in England with a private pay level believed to be around 60%.
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Overwhelming public backing for CCTV in care homes
A poll following an industry debate into CCTV in care homes revealed that 96% of the public agree to the use of cameras in communal areas and private rooms with consent. In a first of its kind event organised by Care Campaign for the Vulnerable, a panel, including Care England CEO Professor Martin Green OBE, Dementia Care Trainer, Sally Blackden and Care Protect Limited’s Ben Wilson, gathered to debate the issue preceding the poll. The panel were joined by a live audience and fielded questions on privacy and safeguarding the vulnerable in care homes with 4,000 people polled regarding the use of CCTV in a care environment. The event’s organiser, Jayne Connery, said: “It is vital we keep talking about the need for safety monitoring in care homes and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the outcome of the evening. “Care Campaign for the Vulnerable is determined to keep the conversation going and without a doubt much we are seeing much less resistance on the subject of installing monitoring systems when visiting care and nursing homes.”
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Care Group has secures £6.6 million of finance
Morrison Community Care Group has secured £6.6 million of finance from Allied Irish Bank (GB) for a new care home in Ayrshire, Scotland. Queens View Luxury Suites, based in Troon, will create around 85 jobs, including nursing, domiciliary and hospitality roles. It will comprise 56 suites alongside a lounge, cocktail bar, cinema, hair salon and spa and a private dining room. A range of care services will be delivered on site, including residential, nursing and respite care.
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BREXIT: Companies awarded medicines contracts as part of ‘no-deal’ preparations
Three companies have been awarded Express Freight Service contracts to deliver medicines and medical products within 24 to 48 hours as part of no-deal Brexit preparations. The contracts for UPS, DFDS and Biocair, which are part of a £25m service announced by the government in August, will help ensure and patients and care providers have access to medicines and medical products after Brexit. Health Secretary, Matt Hancock said: “This dedicated delivery service will get urgent supplies and short shelf life medicines, like radioisotopes for cancer treatments, rapidly into the country, including by plane where necessary.
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Leaders in Care Awards 2019
The winners of the 2019 Leaders in Care Awards were announced last night following a gala dinner and awards ceremony in Birmingham. Some 200 senior executives filled the The Library Room of the Hilton Metropole to celebrate their achievements in driving innovation and providing outstanding, person-centred care. Registered managers, owners and directors were out in force at the event, along with the industry’s leading suppliers and chief executives from UK social care organisations. The winners of each category can be found by clicking on the links below: Care Home Design of the Year Care Home Registered Manager of the Year Home Care Registered Manager of the Year Recruitment & Training Award Innovation in Care (Supplier) Technology for Care Homes Award Innovation in Home Care Award, sponsored by everyLIFE Technologies Innovation in Care Homes Award, sponsored by apetito Leader of the Future (Care Home) Technology for Home Care Award Business Services Award Home Care Executive of the Year Care Home Provider of the Year, sponsored by Andrew Wilson Partnership Care Home Provider of the Year (Highly Commended), sponsored by Andrew Wilson Partnership Care Home Executive of the Year, sponsored by CoolCare Home Care Provider of the Year, sponsored by Care Planner
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