Temporary Supervisor – CMB962e
Cumberland Council
Location(s): Inglewood Residential home Low Moor Road Wigton CA7 9QL
Contract: Fixed Term – 6 months
Hours: 23.75 per week
Salary: £35,745 pro rata
About this opportunity
The supervisor is accountable for the monitoring, delivery and continuous improvement of the quality of the services to high standards by creating an environment in which excellence will flourish.
To ensure the effective maintenance and delivery of all housekeeping services in the establishment.
Support a culture of engaging and supporting staff to deliver care services in a person centred and dignified way.
To ensure all routines of the home/establishment are effectively maintained. Promote the highest standard of care practice embracing the ethos of maximising independence, participation and dignity.
Manage the performance of all members of the staff team, encouraging and setting high standards, monitoring performance; and challenging practice and attitudes which fall below expectations to create a positive atmosphere in which residents can thrive.
Act as key worker for service users, co-ordinating all relevant services to each individual or groups and acting as a contact point for relatives, associated carers and relevant agencies.
Administer treatments and prescribed medication in accordance with Cumbria Care’s policies and procedures.
Safeguard the security and welfare of residents in line with the Safeguarding Policy and the Social Care Council Code of Practice. Ensure all staff understand safeguarding principles and any actions required.
Throughout all work activities, promote and demonstrate best practice in accordance with Cumbria Care quality assurance procedures, to ensure compliance with the requirements of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and other regulatory bodies.
What can we offer you!
DBS
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with a Adults Barred List check.
Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with adults. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults.
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 19/05/2024
Interview date: 31/05/2024
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.
If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.
Safer Recruitment
At Cumberland Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Cumberland Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
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