We are hiring!
After a multi-million pound refurbishment, Sherburn House Charity are looking to expand their team at Beddell House Care Home.
We are looking to recruit talented, enthusiastic individuals who can use their skills and experience to help us improve the lives of our older people. Can you work with integrity, providing high quality services with care, dignity and respect? If so we would like to hear from you.
The first step on the ladder to a new career with us is simple;
- Take a look at the current vacancies listed below,
- Download the application form below and return to us at [email protected]
The personal data you provide will be used, stored and deleted in accordance with our privacy notice.
Current Vacancies
Operations Manager
Full time, Permanent 37.5 hours
Circa £50 – £55k depending upon experience.
The Operations Manager will ensure that all activities are aligned with the organisation’s mission and goals, and that resources are effectively utilised to maximise impact. You will also develop and implement operational policies and procedures, monitor performance metrics, and identify areas for improvement to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the organization.
Operations Manager candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree in business administration, nonprofit management, or a related field such as adult social care/social housing. Alternatively, they should have vocational qualifications and a minimum of 5 years experience in care or housing management, preferably within the nonprofit sector. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, as the Operations Manager will be responsible for managing a diverse team and collaborating with stakeholders. Additionally, candidates should have a solid understanding of nonprofit budget management, program evaluation, and compliance with regulatory requirements. The ability to think strategically, problem-solve, work unsupervised and adapt to changing circumstances is crucial in this role.
Responsibilities
- Implement business strategies, plans and procedures
- Undertake supervision and appraisals for staff, setting comprehensive goals for performance and growth
- Establish policies that promote company culture and vision
- Oversee daily operations of the charity
- Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication
- Evaluate performance by analysing and interpreting data and metrics
- Write and submit reports requested by the CEO
- Assist CEO in administration of charity governance requirements
- Chair internal meetings
Person Specification – Skills / Experience
Essential
- Senior level background in adult social care /housing or similar related field.
- Proven record of change management within a similar organisation.
- Proven experience as an Operational Manager or similar role within a nonprofit organisation
- Understanding of business functions such as HR, Finance, Marketing, etc
- Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development
- Working knowledge of IT/Business infrastructure and MS Office
- Outstanding organisational and leadership abilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving
- BSc/BA in Business Administration or relevant field
- Must be committed to ongoing personal development and training as directed by the CEO
Desirable
Housing qualification
H&S qualification
Previous Applicants to the post need not apply again.
Please send your CV in the first instance to Kelly Morris – [email protected] we request no agencies
Deadline for CV submission is 9th May.
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Senior Care and Support Assistant
As senior you will work closely with the Care Quality Lead and the Registered Manager.
Your role will be to support the staff on duty in maintaining and delivering the highest standards of care to our residents within the care home including assisting with the administration and ordering of medication, supervisions and care planning.
The role requires individuals who are passionate, caring and want to make a difference to the lives of our elderly residents. Being proactive and reactive within your role is key to knowing when and how to act in every situation.
You will be working 35 hours a week at Beddell House, which is a residential care home for older adults on a private country estate based in Sherburn House in County Durham.
Candidates are required to hold a minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care – Level 4 is desirable and will ideally have a supervisory/management qualification.
You must have experience in administration of medication as well as line management of staff and care planning.
Hourly Rate: £14.32 per hour
Full-time – 35 hrs per week
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check
Care and Support Worker – Beddell House – Part time, Full time and Bank
Job types: Full time, Permanent 35 hours
Rate of pay: £13.32 per hour
As a care assistant you will be meeting the individual care and support for residents in a way that respects their dignity and promotes their independence.
Good communication skills, a caring and compassionate nature alongside an understanding of the needs of older people will all be important traits for this rewarding job.
Successful applicants are required to undertake an enhanced DBS.
Qualifications:
Our ideal candidate will
- Have a strong work ethic and puts the resident needs first.
- Hold an NVQ Level 2 or above in Health & Social Care and have experience in providing care to older people with varying levels of disability and or dementia.
- Must be able to work between the hours 07.00 – 22.00 on a 8 hour shift pattern (5 days per week) over a 7 days rolling period. Night shift patterns are 21.45 – 07.30
Whilst skills and qualifications are important to us we value personal attributes such as previous caring experience, empathy for others and a willingness to learn and progress.
Please call us for an informal discussion if you are considering a career in care.
Successful candidates will enjoy excellent salary and pension contributions as well as Death in Service benefit of 3 times salary after a successful completion of an induction period.
FAQ
Please download the application form, complete and email back to us at [email protected] or send to Ramsey House, Sherburn House, Durham DH1 2SE
All interviews are held at Ramsey House. The building located to the right of the church on site at Sherburn House, Durham.
As we work with vulnerable adults all posts within Sherburn House Charity are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You are required to declare any pending prosecutions or convictions you may have, even if they would otherwise be regarded as “spent” under the Act. You must also declare any cautions or bind-overs.
If you have been convicted or cautioned you may still be eligible for appointment depending on the nature and circumstances of the offence. However, failure to disclose details will result in your application being rejected and if appointed, may lead to dismissal.
If the post requires, you will be subject to an enhanced DBS check that you will need to complete once you have received a conditional offer. DBS checks will be undertaken at the Employee’s expense.
It’s our responsibility to ensure anyone we employ for care home jobs is legally entitled to work in the UK. And that’s before your employment commences. We will ask you on application and you will be required to provide evidence upon successful interview.
Visit www.gov.uk/legal-right-work-uk to find out which documents you need to show us.