Job Description

Are you a naturally caring person and want to help make a difference in people's lives? If you are kind, compassionate and committed, we would love for you to join our management team at our lovely nursing home, Sovereign Lodge. Sovereign Lodge provides residential and nursing care in a warm, friendly and welcoming environment. Situated close to the seafront in the town of Eastbourne, the home is surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens with ample seating for outside events. The staff adopt a person-centred approach and genuinely care for residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the home manager in all aspects of the home including taking temporary charge in the manager's absence
• Supporting with systems and procedures to ensure the quality of care delivered is of a high standard
• Managing and monitoring the planning and delivery of all medication across the home
• Taking an active role in auditing specific areas of care and contributing to disseminating results and an action plan
• Updating and maintaining resident care plans, liaising with external parties where applicable
• Coaching, supporting and inspiring our care and nursing team to deliver a high standard of care at all times

Requirements

Our management team are the life and soul of our home and it is essential that you would have a current NMC registration, up to date knowledge of clinical practices and experience in writing detailed care plans including risk assessments and diet plans. A good understanding of regulatory frameworks including MCA/DoLs and the CQC key line of enquiries is also essential.

Benefits

• Company Pension
• 5.6 weeks paid holiday pay
• Refer a Friend scheme worth up to £1000 per person
• Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental health and wellbeing
• Extensive training courses through our [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Academy
• Qualifications and Apprenticeship opportunities including Level 5 Management
• Blue Light Card offering a number of discounts across retail and hospitality
• Recognition and Long Service awards

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Established in 2005, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group has an existing portfolio comprising of 48 residential and nursing homes located across East Anglia and the South of England. We are a Top 20 provider within the care sector and our ethos is to deliver the best person-centred care to all our residents.

Location

Sovereign Lodge is situated in the resort town of Eastbourne on the southwest coast. It is easily accessible by road, with ample car parking, on a main bus route and within close walking distance of the railway station. Sovereign Lodge is run by a team of highly experienced staff who adopt a person-centred approach to care. To find out more about Sovereign Lodge follow this link.

How to Apply

If you are looking for a new and rewarding role and want to be part of our growing team of healthcare professionals, then get in touch or apply today.