Care Home Engagement Lead Duties and Responsibilities

• To identify the needs, preferences and aspirations of individual residents through the use of resident profiles, life history, Care Plans, observation, face to face conversations with a person-centred ethos.
• To work flexibly in order to meet the needs of residents and service delivery across the home.
• To plan for and co-ordinate a weekly programme for the home, in conjunction with the care and other staff, including weekends and evenings; ensuring that plans and equipment are also in place for staff to follow when you are not in the home.
• To include all aspects of the “[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Engagement and Activities Framework” when planning programmes.
• To identify the requirements of individuals who may be/feel isolated and plan specific, person-centred programmes for them.
• To display and distribute weekly programmes and notices – this will include using the operation of information technology equipment for producing schedules and posters.

Care Home Engagement Lead Skills, Characteristics and Experience

Essential

• Effective communication skills, both written & verbal.
• Ability to motivate & encourage activities within the home suitable for all residents, including experience designing and delivering dementia-friendly activities.
• Strong IT skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to be flexible within role
• Ability to manage own time effective

Desirable

• Hold a full, clean UK Drivers Licence
• Prior experience as a care home Engagement Lead or in event planning
• Experience planning and delivering enriching activities suitable for care home residents of all abilities
• Understanding the importance of and knowledge of how to deliver a person-centred approach to care
• Desire to develop within the role
• Understanding of service user confidentiality and dedicated to upholding confidentiality at all times

Benefits of Joining [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

• Competitive salary
• £1.00 hourly enhancement for working contracted hours
• Free and confidential Wellbeing Support Line for all staff members
• Flexible working options
• Long Service Awards
• [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s Gold Rose Staff Recognition Awards
• Industry-leading training
• Opportunities to take part in our Leadership Pathway Programme
• Commitment to you career development
• Enhanced Bank Holiday & weekend pay
• Blue Light Card to access 15,000+ discounts from large national retailers
• £250 introduction payment for the new starter and referrer
• £1.25 hourly rate enhancement for overtime hours
• Free on-site parking

Our Commitment to Equality & Diversity

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we know that diversity makes us stronger, which is why we will assess all candidates based on their skills, competencies and successes, irrespective of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, disability or age. Find out more about Equality & Diversity at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Where To Find St Joseph’s Care Home

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Address: Aylesbury Road, Tring, Hertfordshire, HP23 4DH

St Josephs Care Home is situated in Tring, Hertfordshire. It is well connected by local road and train networks. From A41 exit onto A4251 for Tring, and then follow the Aylesbury Road through the town centre. For sat nav, use HP23 4DH. Find us on Google Maps. 8-minute drive from Tring train station (London Northwestern).

FAQs about our Care Home Engagement Lead jobs in Tring

When will I hear back about my application?

You will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours during the week (or 48 hours if you applied on a weekend). Typically, it takes 1-2 weeks for our team to review applications and send out interview invitations. If you are selected for an interview, you will be notified within this timeframe. After the interview, successful candidates will be contacted within one week, while those not moving forward will be notified within two weeks.

Can I apply for Engagement Lead jobs across multiple [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] locations?

Yes, you can apply for multiple roles across different locations, these will be addressed individually by each Manager.

What is it like being an Engagement Lead in a care home?

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we take pride in the variety and quality of our engagement activities that can be enjoyed by all our residents and enhance their quality of life. As a Care Home Engagement Lead at St Joseph’s, you can expect to plan and facilitate regular activities for the residents of St Joseph’s. This may include running arts and crafts sessions, arranging for visitors to perform or run exercise classes, as well as arranging and leading regular excursions in the local area. Working as an Engagement Lead can be physically and emotionally challenging at times, but your role will offer you a unique opportunity to build positive relationships with the residents you support, as well as with staff who are always there to support one another. As Engagement Lead, you will play a crucial role in creating an enriching and enjoyable environment for the residents at St Joseph’s. You can find out more about the role and responsibilities of an Engagement Lead in care homes by exploring our blogs.