Vida Healthcare Staff and Resident Harrogate Healthcare 107013
 

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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.

 

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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.

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Care Roles

 
 

Vida Hall, Starbeck, Harrogate

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Care Roles

 
 

Vida Grange, Pannal, Harrogate

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Care Roles

 
 

Vida Court, Harlow Carr, Harrogate

 
 

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: Housekeeper & Laundry Assistant

Reports to:     Laundry & Housekeeping Supervisor

Job Summary

To assist in the smooth running of all housekeeping and laundry services, with a focus on maintaining the highest quality standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the home.

Responsibilities

  • To ensure a clean, well-presented and well-maintained supply of clothing for all residents, and linen for the home, is available at all times.
  • To keep a high standard of appearance to contribute to the quality of care and lifestyle afforded to each care user. This is particularly applicable to each care user’s privacy and dignity and in respect of each care user’s personal possessions.
  • Using available equipment as instructed with due regard to the health and safety of self and others.
  • Cleaning of all areas of the home, including public rooms and residents’ rooms, to a high standard as agreed with the Operations Manager. This will include furniture, fittings, fabric, carpets and equipment.
  • Expeditious cleaning of soiled carpets to minimise staining and permanent damage.
  • To be aware of the health and safety statement and of the COSHH statement and to ensure careful storage of fluids and other toxic substances to ensure minimal risk to residents.
  • To clean sanitary and other equipment, with particular attention to guidelines for the control of germs and infestation.
  • To report the malfunction of any equipment or fittings that require maintenance or cannot be kept to standard through normal cleaning procedures.
  • To deal with waste bags and their prescribed disposal.
  • Handle all incoming items to the laundry, and sort for different treatments and washing in accordance with Vida Healthcare policies.
  • Wash, dry and iron all linen, keep all cupboards tidy and well stocked with adequate clean supplies, report any shortages and recommend when replacement stocks are required.
  • Wash, dry and iron all residents’ clothing in accordance with instruction labels. If required, return clothing to individual rooms and put it away tidily. If required, undertake repairs to items within competence where appropriate.
  • Ensure the correct marking of the residents’ clothes.
  • Organise delivery and return of items to and from the dry cleaners as required and maintain records of costs.
  • Keep records of any damage to items whilst in the laundry. Report on the condition of residents’ clothing to enable replacements to be purchased as necessary.
  • To perform other such reasonable duties as may be required.
  • Ensure that all machines and equipment are in good working order, report defects and problems immediately and withdraw from service any faulty equipment.
  • To keep the laundry room and store area in a clean and hygienic condition.

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.

 
 

VIDA values

 
 
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.

 

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