Day Care Coordinator/Manager

Location: Kettering
Hours: 9-3 Monday to Friday 30 hours per week (part-time)
Salary: £22,323.60 per annum pro rata (£27,532.44 FTE)
Contract: 6-month contract with the opportunity for a permanent position upon completion.

Impact Recruitment are currently recruiting on behalf of one of our clients who provide high-quality day care services for older people. They are seeking a compassionate and motivated Day Care Coordinator to lead their well-established day centre in Kettering

This is a part-time role, working Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm. You'll be leading and supporting a small team of two dedicated Care Assistants.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Leading and supporting the care team through regular supervisions and annual performance appraisals.
Ensuring the centre is safely and effectively always staffed, arranging cover for absences and actively participating in staff recruitment.
Taking overall responsibility for the health, safety, and wellbeing of clients, staff, and volunteers within the day centre.
Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of each client's care needs and ensuring Care Plans are accurate and regularly reviewed.
Planning and delivering a programme of engaging, stimulating daily activities and events tailored to the interests and abilities of clients.
Coordinating with the Transport Coordinator to ensure transport arrangements are safe, efficient, and meet client needs.
Supporting clients with queries related to their placement invoices, ensuring clarity and understanding.
Conducting thorough annual reviews for all clients, with timely updates to their files and records.
Performing interim reviews when there are significant changes in a client's circumstances or care requirements.
Managing safeguarding concerns confidently and independently, including making formal referrals when necessary.

Essential Requirements:

Management skills
Experience with working with the Elderly or in Care
Excellent leadership and organisational skills
A caring and professional approach to working with older people
Strong communication and admin skills
Confidence in safeguarding procedures and client care reviews
Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively
Clear DBSIf you are interested, please apply with an up-to-date CV or alternatively you can contact Magnus on (phone number removed)