Orchard Care Homes is a leading provider of high-quality residential and nursing care services for the elderly in the United Kingdom. With a strong commitment to delivering person-centered care, Orchard Care Homes operates a network of care facilities that prioritize the well-being, comfort, and dignity of their residents. They offer a range of specialized care options and have earned a reputation for their compassionate and professional approach to senior care, making them a trusted choice for families seeking top-tier care solutions for their loved ones.
Orchard Care Homes was honored with the prestigious Gold trophy for Best Smaller Care Home Group during the 2021 CHA (Care Home Awards).
For more than 15 years, Orchard Care Homes has dedicated itself to caring for the elderly. We maintain a strong commitment to becoming an integral part of the local community, and we consistently strive to provide the same exceptional level of care that we would desire for our own cherished family members.
Positions
- Laundry Assistant
- Care Assistant (Bank)
- Activity Coordinator
- Chef
Location
- UK
A -Laundry Assistant
Job Schedule
- Part Time
Salary
- £10.42 per hour
Duties and Responsibilities
Below are the duties/responsibilities of the Laundry Assistant
- Ensure the laundry for residents and the home is maintained to a high standard.
- Ensure that all areas of the Care Home are cleaned to a high standard in compliance with the specific cleaning guidelines and schedules and that they effectively meet the individuals and home’s needs.
- Always respect and maintain confidentiality of personal information, including people’s right to privacy, dignity, and choice.
- Understand and comply with all statutory and legal requirements which are relevant such as Health & Safety, COSHH, fire safety, all aspects of the Care Standards Act, have a clear understanding of Infection Prevention and Control policies, procedures, and measures to maintain a safe environment throughout the home.
- Ensure that all equipment used is in full, safe working order and immediately report any faults to the Home Management team.
- Check all areas of the home are supplied with adequate housekeeping items and inform the manager of any shortages.
- Always be alert and use your own initiative, spot clean any spillages as they occur.
- Be an active and helpful member of the team, contribute to meetings, attend training sessions, and ensure that the Care Home is a friendly and supportive working environment.
Benefits
- Access to Blue Light Discount Card.
- Excellent training and progression opportunities, from day one, with career pathways to enable you to grow and develop.
- Recognition schemes, such as ‘Making a Difference’ and an annual awards ceremony, recognizing our dedicated staff team.
- Free Uniform and car parking.
- Access to our 24/7 Employee Support Hub offering confidential support on personal and professional issues.
- Free car parking
- Career development.
Employee Discounts Exclusive to Orchard Care Homes
- Shopping Discounts –Saving £100’s on retail purchases at over 20,000 locations across the UK
- Travel – A wide range of discounts available from days out to package holidays
- Health & Fitness – A range of discounts available throughout the UK including gym membership, wellness classes and outdoor activities
How to Apply
The application is completely done online. Interested candidates should CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit his/her application.
Application Deadline
30th November, 2023.
B -Care Assistant (Bank)
Salary
- £10.42 to £10.67 per hour
Job Schedule
- Full Time
Duties and Responsibilities
- Enable people to remain as independent as possible whilst providing support and assistance as per the individual’s needs. This will include delivering personal care including washing, dressing, and oral care.
- Be understanding and patient towards everyone and their needs, encourage and support them to participate in leisure activities as appropriate to the individual and their preferences, ensuring their social and emotional needs are met. This also includes supporting individuals and groups to outside appointments and leisure outings.
- Responsible for making and changing beds, tidying rooms, undertaking light cleaning duties as needed and generally assisting in ensuring that the home is kept clean, pleasant and welcoming at all times.
- Helping to serve meals and drinks at mealtimes and other times, taking care to present meals and refreshments in an attractive way, with polite and courteous service. In addition, providing the appropriate level of support at mealtimes.
- To understand and comply with all statutory and legal requirements which are relevant to the role such as Health & Safety, COSHH, all aspects of the Care Standards Act, have a clear understanding of Infection Prevention and Control policies, procedures and measures to maintain a safe environment throughout the home.
- Ensure all written or verbal communications regarding activity in the home remain factual and evidence based, to support learning from significant events. To engage with internal and external inspections, audits and regulatory visits.
Benefits
- Access to Blue Light Discount Card.
- Excellent training and progression opportunities, from day one, with career pathways to enable you to grow and develop.
- Recognition schemes, such as ‘Making a Difference’ and an annual awards ceremony, recognizing our dedicated staff team.
- Free Uniform and car parking.
- Access to our 24/7 Employee Support Hub offering confidential support on personal and professional issues.
- Free car parking
- Career development.
Employee Discounts Exclusive to Orchard Care Homes
- Shopping Discounts –Saving £100’s on retail purchases at over 20,000 locations across the UK
- Travel – A wide range of discounts available from days out to package holidays
- Health & Fitness – A range of discounts available throughout the UK including gym membership, wellness classes and outdoor activities
How to Apply
The application is completely done online. Interested candidates should CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit his/her application.
Application Deadline
30th November, 2023.
C -Activity Coordinator
Job Schedule
- Full Time
Salary
- £10.42 per hour
Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan & gain approval for a programme of varied group and/or individual events following discussions with individuals, care staff & relatives. Publicise& communicate the programme, ensuring that all individuals have access.
- Run all events on the programme giving regard to patient safety, comfort & enjoyment. Group events may include craft classes, music, films, quizzes, bingo, reminiscence, and entertainment.
- Accompany people on outings, ensuring adequate provision of care staff & that all safety standards are met, particularly with regards to mobility.
- Keep records of all finances associated with the programme, which must be in keeping with the agreed budget. Assist in fund raising activities. Manage supply of all equipment.
- Organise regular visits from Ministers of religious denominations. Assist with transport for individuals who wish to attend religious services.
Benefits
- Access to Blue Light Discount Card.
- Excellent training and progression opportunities, from day one, with career pathways to enable you to grow and develop.
- Recognition schemes, such as ‘Making a Difference’ and an annual awards ceremony, recognizing our dedicated staff team.
- Free Uniform and car parking.
- Access to our 24/7 Employee Support Hub offering confidential support on personal and professional issues.
- Free car parking
- Career development.
Employee Discounts Exclusive to Orchard Care Homes
- Shopping Discounts –Saving £100’s on retail purchases at over 20,000 locations across the UK
- Travel – A wide range of discounts available from days out to package holidays
- Health & Fitness – A range of discounts available throughout the UK including gym membership, wellness classes and outdoor activities
How to Apply
The application is completely done online. Interested candidates should CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit his/her application.
Application Deadline
30th November, 2023.
D -Chef
Job Schedule
- Full Time
Salary
- £12.50 per hour
Duties and Responsibilities
- To plan, prepare and cook a variety of meals which are appealing, nutritious and centres around the individuals’ preferences, requests or any special dietary requirements, to follow Orchard Care Homes’ Good Food Guide and, where appropriate, make amendments after authorisation from the Support Centre.
- To be active and encouraging, provide advice and guidance for the team ensuring the Care Home is a friendly, supportive working environment.
- To understand and comply with all statutory and legal requirements which are relevant such as HACCP, Health & Safety, COSHH, Environmental Health, all aspects of the Care Standards Act, have a clear understanding of Infection Prevention and Control policies, procedures and measures to maintain a safe environment throughout the home.
- Implement, monitor and maintain cleaning schedules that meet the requirements of the Food Safety Manual, and ensure that all areas of the kitchen are immaculately clean. This will include the washing up of pots, pans and dishes when required.
- Ensure sufficient food stocks are ordered and received from approved suppliers and that stock rotation is taking place to maintain optimum freshness of all foodstuffs ensuring the highest quality expected within Orchard Care Home.
Benefits
- Access to Blue Light Discount Card.
- Excellent training and progression opportunities, from day one, with career pathways to enable you to grow and develop.
- Recognition schemes, such as ‘Making a Difference’ and an annual awards ceremony, recognizing our dedicated staff team.
- Free Uniform and car parking.
- Access to our 24/7 Employee Support Hub offering confidential support on personal and professional issues.
- Free car parking
- Career development.
Employee Discounts Exclusive to Orchard Care Homes
- Shopping Discounts –Saving £100’s on retail purchases at over 20,000 locations across the UK
- Travel – A wide range of discounts available from days out to package holidays
- Health & Fitness – A range of discounts available throughout the UK including gym membership, wellness classes and outdoor activities
How to Apply
The application is completely done online. Interested candidates should CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit his/her application.
Application Deadline
30th November, 2023.
