Community Support Worker - Blackpool, Lancashire Good communication skills, both written and oral. Ability to carry out planned packages of support, including the provision of physical care where appropriate. Ability to organise and prioritise work Good interpersonal skills Ability to work as part of a team Ability to work on own initiative Ability to make sound judgement with regard to risk, needs and resources Ability to work across agencies DipSw or equivalent NVQ 2/3 ( or working towards) in Care Other related Health or Social Care qualification Work with...

Sheltered Housing Scheme - Preston, Lancashire Purpose of Post/Objectives: To take an active role in the effective provision of an older persons service which is responsive, accessible, consistent and efficient. To promote effective internal and external communication to champion customer care and continuous improvement To promote the use of communal facilities and develop activities which benefit both residents and the wider community. To actively monitor performance standards to promote excellence. Key Responsibilities/Key Areas: Service Delivery To provide housing...

Support Worker - Preston, Lancashire Our client provides high quality service for individuals with mental health needs, challenging behaviour and learning disabilities We are seeking to employ NVQ Level 2 or equivalent trained staff to provide Support to Service Users in residential homes with daily living skills, personal care and social support. Also must have Team Teach. You must have previous experience of caring for people with mental health issues. Together with good communication skills. You must also have strong living skills that can be transferred to service users . ie. all

Leaving Care Support Worker - Preston, Lancashire Housing Support are recruting on behalf of one of our clients, a North West based private sector accomodation and support provider. This position will cover the Preston and surrounding areas and the candidate will work approximately 15-35 hours per week. Predominately the hours will be Monday to Friday 9-5, however we require someone that is flexible and who can work evenings and weekends, to meet the needs of the business and service users. The successful candidate will hold a NVQ 3 in Children and Young People or eqv, be a car driver...

Care Home Manager - Ormskirk , Lancashire We are looking to recruit a full time care home manager to run a small elderly residential home based in Ormskirk, Lancashire. The home boasts an excellent reputation with local services and community. Ideal candidates will have experience in managing a care team, successful track record in managing a care home, have the ability to liaise with outside professionals and residents families and understand CQC and local authorities procedures. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward thinking organisation who will invest in full...

Care Assistant - Cumbria, Cumbria Duties would include providing support and care to the residents. You will need to be caring, understanding and be able to work on your own initiative. You will be required to show compassion and consideration to all residents under your care. You will be helping clients from various backgrounds and cultures. Experience in these areas is extremely beneficial. • To assist residents in washing, dressing and undressing. • To participate in the basic nursing care of the residents, • To assist the residents with their toileting needs, including continence...

Residential Home manager - Haslingden, Lancashire - Haslingden, Lancashire I am currently recruiting for a Home Manager to work in a large residential home in Haslingden, Lancashire Salary: £25,000 per annum (Negotiable depending on experience) The successful candidate will have experience of managing at least 50 members of staff/residents in a care home environment and be up to date on all current legislation Please call Katie Butler on (Apply online only) for more details or to be considered for this position All enquiries are strictly confidential Nurses must have a...

Sheltered Housing Workers - Blackburn, Lancashire Sheltered Housing Worker - 2 posts Ref 25/12Audley Community Centre, Blackburn Ref 27/12Ashton Lodge, Bury Hours36.25 per week Salary: c£14k to c£17k p.a. + benefits Closing date:8th February 2012 You will assist with the delivery of an intensive housing management service to older people living in a variety of settings. These services will be delivered in line with Group policies, procedures and good practice. You will work with customers, group employees and outside agencies to ensure a continued, adequate and safe provision of...

Service Development Manager - Blackburn, Lancashire Service Development Manager - Supported Living / Domiciliary Care Location: Blackburn Salary: £25,000 to £30,000 plus commission The Role; An exciting new opportunity for a small domicilairy care company has arisen for a business developer. We are seeking an enthusiastic and hardworking individual to tender for up coming contracts with both public and private sectors. There are fantastic opportunitoes fopr the right candidate when developing the business to progress with the company to more senior management roles. The Candidate; As...

Relief Support Worker - Wigan, Greater Manchester Housing Support are looking to expand their pool of relief staff in the Wigan and surrounding areas. We have work available with 2 core client groups - homeless young people and vulnerable mothers with children, both within hostel environments. The successfull candidates must have previous support work experience with either client group and be able to work flexible, sometimes with little or no notice. Days, Nights, Weekends and Sleep ins available. Please ONLY apply if you have previous support experience and can demonstrate how you...