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At Vida Healthcare we are always on the lookout for inspirational, caring and conscientious people to join our team. By joining Vida Healthcare, you will be part of an award winning, kind and caring team who are driven by the same values. Every person at Vida Healthcare is important to us and that is why our values refer to staff, residents and families.
VIDA ACADEMY
Vida Academy is the way we support all our staff, from new starters right through to senior managers, to learn and develop in their role.
Vida Academy promotes lifelong learning across the organisation and establishes our staff as dementia ambassadors.
OPERATIONAL Roles
Reports to: Operations Manager
Job Summary
Ensuring the upkeep and maintenance of the home’s sites, buildings, mechanical systems, specialist equipment and general contents.
Person Specification
Professional Requirements and Experience
- Good listening and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with staff and residents
- Capable of prioritising a busy and varied workload
- Flexible, can-do attitude
- Friendly and Polite
- Ability to work as a team and independently
- Excellent problem-solving
- Previous experience in maintenance or facility management (preferably in a healthcare setting, although not essential)
- Hold a valid UK driving license
Knowledge and Expertise
- A sound understanding of Health and Safety regulations, including COSHH and risk assessment
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to create and maintain working relationships with residents, colleagues and contractors
- Keen to learn and improve own performance
- Will go the extra mile to help fulfil customers’ needs
- Displays a ‘can-do’ attitude to work
- Enjoys working in a team
- Shares ideas with others (to make improvements)
Responsibilities
- Check maintenance books daily and carry out repairs as required. Liaise with the Operations Manager to book contractors as required
- Complete all mandatory daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual checks as required.
- Familiarisation with all home emergency procedures, including how to deal with fires and gas leaks.
- To take part in all emergency drills in support of wider team education and training.
- Undertake maintenance, safety checks and cleaning of specific items of equipment as directed by the Operations Manager, including, but not limited to, fans, ventilation/air flow grilles, wheelchairs, profiling beds, etc.
- Undertake basic electrical checks (visual and PAT) of equipment and appliances as directed by the Operations Manager.
- Ensure that all ‘in-house’ fire checks are completed as required, including, but not limited to, fire doors and door retainers, fire alarm call points, and emergency lighting.
- Maintain and store all tools and equipment in a safe, clean and secure manner.
- Receive and distribute orders to the home as directed.
- Ensure storage areas are clean, tidy and organised at all times.
- Undertake redecoration works as directed by the operations manager.
- Undertake grounds maintenance (litter picking).
- Being on-call work as per a published rota and Company Policy, working across the group, out of hours, as required, in response to maintenance emergencies at any of the Company’s care homes.
Data Protection
- The Company’s Data Protection Policy is available on the Vida Policies platform. All job roles within Vida Healthcare are required to adhere to the Company’s Data Protection Policy at all times when handling personal data in the course of executing their role responsibilities. Failure to comply with the Company’s Data Protection Policy may be dealt with under the Company’s disciplinary procedure and, in serious cases, may be treated as gross misconduct leading to summary dismissal.
General requirements
- Adhere at all times to Company Health and Safety Policies and maintain a clean, uncluttered, and safe environment for residents, members of the public, and staff.
- Adhere at all times to Company Policies relating to Conduct including Confidentiality Policy, Smoke-Free Policy, Standards of Attendance, Appearance, and Behaviour.
- Take responsibility for their own ongoing learning and development in order to maximise their potential.
- Represent Vida Healthcare to provide the highest possible standard of service to residents and members of the public, by treating all those one comes into contact with in the course of one’s work in a pleasant, courteous and respectful manner.
- Staff at Vida Healthcare will share the Company’s values and commitment to providing the highest quality, compassionate care.
- The Maintenance Assistant, along with all other roles within the Company, carries the responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our residents.
This job description indicates the main duties and responsibilities of the post. It is not intended as a complete list and may be subject to review periodically.
To read the full job description click here.
To apply for this position, download the application form here.
Job Title: Roaming Chef
Reports to: Operations Manager, Vida Grange
Job Summary
To support the Head Chefs across all Vida Homes in the effective operation of the kitchen in preparing and cooking high quality meals
Professional requirements
- Educated to at least GCSE or equivalent (English & Maths are essential)
- A proven track record of preparing and cooking meals using fresh ingredients in a commercial environment
- A formal cookery/chef/catering qualification or at least two years’ experience
- Previous experience of working within a Care Home setting would be advantageous
Knowledge and Experience
- Exemplary administration and organisation skills essential
- Excellent inter-personal skills
- Good listening and communication skills
- Capable of prioritising a busy and varied workload
- Flexible, can-do attitude
Responsibilities
Working across all three of Vida’s homes as required and directed by the Operations Manager, the Roaming Chef will be responsible for:
- Preparing nutritional food to a high standard, taking into account any dietary requirements of our residents
- Being involved in the serving of meals to our residents
- Ensuring the highest standards of hygiene are maintained at all times
- Clearing dishes quickly and tidily
- Meeting all statutory requirements to address food hygiene regulations including holding a suitable food hygiene certificate
- Performing any other such reasonable duties as maybe required
Data Protection
Vida Healthcare’s Data Protection Policy is available on the Vida Policies platform. All job roles within Vida Healthcare are required to adhere to the Data Protection Policy at all times when handling personal data in the course of executing their role responsibilities. Failure to comply with the Data Protection Policy may be dealt with under the disciplinary procedure and, in serious cases, may be treated as gross misconduct leading to summary dismissal.
General requirements
All staff at Vida Healthcare, irrespective of their role are expected to:
- Adhere at all times to all Company policies including, but not limited to, Health & Safety, Conduct, Confidentiality, Attendance, Appearance, and Behaviour;
- Take responsibility for their own ongoing learning and development in order to maximise their potential;
- Represent Vida Healthcare to provide the highest possible standard of service to residents and members of the public, by treating everyone that one comes into contact with in the course of their work in a pleasant, courteous and respectful manner;
- Strive to be inclusive and create a place where we can all be ourselves and be proud of our range of diverse backgrounds;
- Treat and respect all colleagues as equals irrespective of their role, displaying and promoting Vida’s value of “In It Together”;
- Share the Company’s values and commitment to providing the highest quality, compassionate care;
- The Roaming Chef, along with all other roles within the Company, carries the responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our residents.
This job description indicates the main duties and responsibilities of the post. It is not intended as a complete list and may be subject to review periodically.
To read the full job description click here.
To read the Candidate Briefing, click here.
To apply for this position, download the application form here.
Job Title: Roaming Chef
Reports to: Head chef, Vida Grange.
Job Summary
To ensure a clean and orderly kitchen by thoroughly cleaning equipment and facilities, conforming to proper sanitation and infection control standards.
To support the Head Chef and Assistant Chef in the effective operation of the kitchen.
Person Specification
Professional Requirements and Experience
- Educated to at least GCSE or equivalent (English & Maths are essential)
- A proven track record of preparing and cooking meals using fresh ingredients in a commercial environment
- Knowledge of COSHH regulations and safe handling of food
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- A formal cookery/chef/catering qualification or at least two years’ experience
- Previous experience of working within a Care Home setting would be advantageous
Knowledge and Expertise
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good listening and communication skills
- Capable of prioritising a busy and varied workload
- Flexible, can-do attitude
Responsibilities
- Ensure the highest standards of hygiene are maintained at all times
- Keeping a key focus on health and safety standards at all times
- Assist with clearing dishes quickly and efficiently
- Operate the dishwashing equipment, plus manual washing of crockery, pots, pans and equipment when required
- Cleaning duties including kitchen floors, worktables and deep cleaning of equipment.
- Assist with unloading and storing deliveries
- Support the chefs with basic food preparation to a high standard, taking into account any dietary requirements
- Basic understanding of COSHH procedures & food hygiene is desirable, but not essential, as full training will be provided.
- Be involved in delivering meals
- Meet all statutory requirements to address food hygiene regulations, including holding a suitable food hygiene certificate (training will be provided)
- Perform any other such reasonable duties as maybe required
General requirements
- Adhere at all times to Company Health and Safety Policies and maintain a clean, uncluttered, and safe environment for residents, members of the public, and staff.
- Adhere at all times to Company Policies relating to Conduct, including Confidentiality Policy, Smoke-Free Policy, Standards of Attendance, Appearance, and Behaviour.
- Take responsibility for their own ongoing learning and development in order to maximise their potential.
- Represent Vida Healthcare to provide the highest possible standard of service to residents and members of the public, by treating all those ones come into contact with in the course of one’s work in a pleasant, courteous and respectful manner.
- Staff at Vida Healthcare will share the Company’s values and commitment to providing the highest quality, compassionate care.
- The Kitchen Assistant, along with all other roles within the Company, carries the responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our residents.
This job description indicates the main duties and responsibilities of the post. It is not intended as a complete list and may be subject to review periodically.
To read the full job description Click here
To read the Candidate Briefing, Click here
To apply for this position, download the application form here.
Job Title: Receptionist
Reports to: Home admin
Reports to: Home Administrator
Job Summary
As reception is ‘front of house’ for Vida Grange, the Receptionist will be the first point of contact for visitors and residents and will ensure a courteous and professional welcome is delivered at all times. The Receptionist will also provide administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the home.
Person Specification
Professional Requirements and Experience
- Educated to at least GCSE or equivalent (English & Maths are essential)
- Previous experience in a receptionist or administrative role (experience in a care home or healthcare setting is desirable)
Knowledge and Expertise
- Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills are essential
- Excellent administration and organisation skills
- Capable of prioritising a busy and varied workload
- Flexible, can-do attitude
- IT competent; MS Office, databases and email essential
- Understanding of data protection and GDPR
Responsibilities
- Welcome residents, visitors, and staff in a courteous and professional manner;
- Answer incoming phone calls promptly and direct them appropriately;
- Respond to general enquiries via phone, email, and in person, as appropriate;
- Maintain the reception and café areas to ensure a clean and tidy environment with a welcoming atmosphere;
- Maintain the visitors’ log and ensure signing-in/out procedures are followed;
- Provide general administrative support as required, including but not limited to:
- Maintaining company car bookings
- Maintaining meeting room bookings
- Updating of the resident nominal role
- Sorting and distribution of incoming mail
- Production of handover documentation following admissions and discharges
- Assist with booking appointments, arranging meetings, and transportation for residents when required;
- Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism at all times;
- Must be flexible with working hours, including weekends and holiday cover, as and when required.
General requirements
- Adhere at all times to Company Health and Safety Policies and maintain a clean, uncluttered, and safe environment for residents, members of the public, and staff.
- Adhere at all times to Company Policies relating to Conduct including Confidentiality Policy, Smoke-Free Policy, Standards of Attendance, Appearance, and Behaviour.
- Take responsibility for their own ongoing learning and development in order to maximise their potential.
- Represent Vida Healthcare to provide the highest possible standard of service to residents and members of the public, by treating all those ones comes into contact with in the course of one’s work in a pleasant, courteous and respectful manner.
- Staff at Vida Healthcare will share the Company’s values and commitment to providing the highest quality, compassionate care.
- The Receptionist, along with all other roles within the Company, carries the responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our residents.
This job description indicates the main duties and responsibilities of the post. It is not intended as a complete list and may be subject to review periodically in light of the needs of the Company.
To read the full job description Click here
To read the Candidate Briefing, Click here
To apply for this position, download the application form here.
| Job Title
| Registered Mental Health Nurse |
| Reports to
| Deputy Home Manager/Registered Home Manager |
| Direct reports
| Senior Carer Assistants/Care Assistants |
Job Summary
- To provide specialist, high quality nursing and person-centred care for residents living with dementia, and other complex, organic and functional mental health illnesses
- The role involves managing clinical risk, administering complex medication regimes, and leading an internal team of care assistants to maintain the highest standards of safety, dignity, and overall wellbeing
- To ensure that all necessary standards are maintained in compliance with the Company and all necessary regulated activities
- To provide and maintain an attractive home for people to live and thrive in. Our approach to care is that the home should feel very much like and individual’s home
Knowledge and Experience
- Current valid registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as an RMN, with no restrictions
- Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in a mental health or dementia care setting
- Experience of early on-set dementia
- Experience with distressed and challenging behaviours
- Experience of implementing the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) in and Deprivation of Liberty (DoLs) safeguards in day-to-day practice
- Exceptional verbal and written English skills for complex clinical handovers
- Ability to remain calm and focused during high-stress behavioural escalation
- Experience in managing staff groups
- Commitment to ongoing professional development to support good practice and lead in service delivery
Responsibilities
Clinical excellence and care management
- To be aware of the individual responsibility that a Registered Nurse has to work within the parameters of the NMC Code of Conduct and associated guidelines
- Show a high level of competency in own clinical skills
- Have active involvement in all parts of the assessment process including pre-assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of allocated clients
- Be aware of all specialist assessment tools and work closely with the Manager of the House and Registered Manager to oversee the delivery of quality dementia care
- Conduct regular mental state and physical health reviews for residents and assess their health and nursing care needs
- Track vital signs, nutrition, and mobility to prevent diagnostic overshadowing
- Monitor the use of all assessment tools and the actions taken to review resident care. Feedback observations to the wider care team and promote a proactive team through a positive and organised approach to resident wellbeing
- Promote the development of Person-Centred Care Plans by always involving the resident, family, care staff and MDT. Seek necessary support and guidance to ensure all staff are committed to delivery of comprehensive care plans based on the management quality directives
- Deliver cognitive stimulation therapies and non-pharmacological interventions for distress
- De-escalate challenging behaviours using positive behavioural support (PBS) frameworks
- Attend all MCA, DoLS, and Safeguarding training and ensure staff follow company policy and legislation to support residents Human Rights
- Refer any concerns regarding above to the Manager of the House promptly, supported with all necessary supporting evidence and documentation
- Be vigilant to changing needs through thorough assessment and review of care. Identify any unmet needs as part of care reviews auditing process and take the necessary steps to explore how it can be addressed. Communicate with the management team if any concerns raised over care are identified
- Complete accident/incident reports as per company policy
- Understand how to respond in emergency situation by escalating immediate concerns to your manager or on-call manager
Medication Administration
- Take a lead role in the promotion of safe and effective medication management including administration, ordering, booking in, storage, covert measures, errors and disposal of medications
- Have an in-depth knowledge of company policy and procedures in relation to all aspects of medication including: administration/ordering/disposal/storage/covert measures/errors
- Display a high level of competency in relation to medicine administration – attend arranged training sessions, refreshers and competency assessments on request
- Support management with competency assessments of staff involved in medicine administration. Ensure completed documentation is returned in a timely manner
- Oversee all management directives in relation to medication audits, action plans and outcomes in a timely and professional manner
- Oversee the review and management of psychotropic and standard medications
- Raise all medication concerns to management in a timely manner supported with all necessary documentation and statements (if required)
Leadership and Management
- Support the management to achieve positive change within the house by showing positive leadership and by being a strong role model
- Lead your team with passion, vision, beliefs and an ability to turn these into action
- Create a strong and open communication that promotes positive energy within the team and creates opportunity for staff to feel inspired and motivated
- Support management and staff by ensuring the communication processes remain effective
- Support staff to understand the importance of quality relationships in dementia care. Educate the need to promote this to achieve a person-centred plan of care and person-centred team
- Lead by example – Person Centred Leadership will inspire others and bring out the best in a team
- Assist in all aspects of supervisions and appraisals following company policy and direction from management guidelines
- Have a clear understanding of the importance of Staff performance management and seek guidance and direction from management in relation to timescales and possible HR related issues if performance management proves to be ineffective
- Support management with all aspects of induction and training of new staff and ‘new to care’ staff by completing induction paperwork and work closely with the Academy to understand how you can help support care staff new to care in the completion of the Care Certificate
- Consider mentorship training and supporting student nurse placements
- Take an active lead in educating staff in all aspects of company policy and regulation.
- Evidence staff are referring to company policies and procedures during induction and prior to attending to new tasks they are not familiar with. Use induction packs, supervision, annual appraisal job chats to record evidence
- Work jointly with the management to create time-specific action plans to achieve positive outcomes
- Ensure accurate record keeping as per company policy and promote confidentiality on all aspects of working practice
- Be confident in triaging low level risk notifications and safeguarding concerns to your line manager or on-call manager if required in a timely manner
- Be confident to know when to escalate significant concerns
- Attend arranged meetings including clinical and house meetings
- Be highly professional in all aspects of your work and be a true ambassador in promoting all aspects of Vida Healthcare’s Ethos of Care and Values
- Promote the true meaning of quality dementia care through daily work approach, leadership skills and innovative thinking
Compliance
- Understand all company policies
- Support the manager to achieve Quality Audit outcomes and to monitor compliance with targets set to ensure care profiles are person centred and fully complete as per company policy
- Complete all written and verbal reports accurately and in a timely manner with attention to detail in respect to prioritising needs and wellbeing of resident care, staff wellbeing and health and safety
- Support the management team with all necessary audits as requested by your line manager and company audit systems
- Keep up-to-date with current changes and innovations in dementia care
- Have a sound understanding of the CQC essential standards of Quality and Safety. Educate junior staff of their responsibilities and accountability through your own quality working practices.
- Be familiar with the Local Authority standards and safeguarding policies. Ensure junior staff adhere to these expectations and bring to the attention of the Registered Home Manager any issues of concern
- Be familiar and actively promote all aspects of the Company health and safety policy and Health and Safety at Work Act that may impact on your day-to-day responsibilities
- Attend all arranged training to remain current and aware of ongoing changes in regulation in relation to Health and Safety at Work
- Take an active role in promoting Infection Prevention and Control within the home by supporting management in the completion of arranged IPC audits and addressing necessary areas for change and development
- Attend all arranged IPC training and educate junior staff to the importance of adhering to quality IPC standards at all times – evidence this through supervision and induction paperwork
- Have a sound understanding of the company complaints policy and address all complaints and concerns sensitively and professionally. Escalate to line manager in a timely manner
Collaborative partnerships
- Build good relationships and work closely with external GPs, Community Mental Health Teams (CMHT), and social workers.
- Provide emotional support, updates, and clinical education to residents’ families
Ongoing professional development
- Be aware of own clinical training requirements to support resident care
- Alert your line manager to any required training needs
- Retain evidence of revalidation and seek support to achieve necessary outcomes with your management team
- Attend all arranged training to meet minimum clinical competencies and support management by highlighting other identified training that will support clinical competency and skills
- Attend all necessary training and competency reviews as requested by the Vida Academy and Clinical Development Lead.
- Attend all PIDC training updates and have a sound understanding of what restrictive practice looks like and escalate any concerns in a timely manner.
- Be aware of the company referral process to access any further training and support
Data Protection
The Company’s Data Protection Policy is available on the Vida Policies platform. All job roles within Vida Healthcare are required to adhere to the Company’s Data Protection Policy at all times when handling personal data in the course of executing their role responsibilities. Failure to comply with the Company’s Data Protection Policy may be dealt with under the Company’s disciplinary procedure and, in serious cases, may be treated as gross misconduct leading to summary dismissal.
General requirements
All staff at Vida Healthcare, irrespective of their role are expected to:
- Adhere at all times to all Company policies including, but not limited to, Health & Safety, Conduct, Confidentiality, Attendance, Appearance, and Behaviour;
- Take responsibility for their own ongoing learning and development in order to maximise their potential;
- Represent Vida Healthcare to provide the highest possible standard of service to residents and members of the public, by treating everyone that one comes into contact with in the course of their work in a pleasant, courteous and respectful manner;
- Strive to be inclusive and create a place where we can all be ourselves and be proud of our range of diverse backgrounds;
- Treat and respect all colleagues as equals irrespective of their role, displaying and promoting Vida’s value of “In It Together”;
- Share the Company’s values and commitment to providing the highest quality, compassionate care;
- The Registered Mental Health Nurse, along with all other roles within the Company, carries the responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our residents.
This job description indicates the main duties and responsibilities of the post. It is not intended as a complete list and may be subject to review periodically.
To read the full job description Click here
To read the Candidate Briefing, Click here
To apply for this position, download the application form here.
VIDA values
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Vida Healthcare Ltd is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to employ, promote, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and the requirements of the business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other protected status. Vida Healthcare relies on equality and diversity to enrich our service and create a dynamic and inclusive workforce.
For more information about careers at Vida Healthcare, please contact our Recruitment team at re*********@***************co.uk