A brand new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Care Co-ordinator to work in an exceptional care home based in the Thetford, Norfolk area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This is a purpose built care home designed for older people requiring general or dementia residential and nursing care

**To be considered for this position you must have an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care**

As the Care Co-ordinator your key duties include:

• Work as part of a team to maintain the personal care of residents, respecting the dignity of the individual and promoting independence
• Ensure that care services are consistently provided to a high quality standard
• Assist in the care of the resident's physical environment and in the general day-day activities of the home
• You will assume responsibility for the running of the home and for the wellbeing of staff and residents in the absence of the homes Manager
• Responsible for organising your shifts, administering and recording medication, liaising with health professionals and recording to the residents computerised care plans
• Assist with the induction, training and supervision of support staff
• Assist residents who have limited mobility or physical/learning difficulties, making the best use of mobility aids and personal equipment provided

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Experience of supervising a care team
• Ability to show empathy/understanding and experience of the needs of the residents
• Good leadership skills with the ability to communicate effectively
• Able to show a can-do attitude always

The successful Care Co-ordinator will receive an excellent salary of £15.00 per hour and the annual salary up to £32,760 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role up to 42 hours a week on days. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Comprehensive induction and training programme
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card Scheme
• Loyalty Bonus
• Refer a friend and receive a thank you gift of up to £500 *
• Full DBS disclosure paid for
• Your uniform will be provided
• Enhanced rates of pay for bank holidays
• Paid breaks

Reference ID: 7205

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