Job Description:
Care Co-ordinator
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Full Time, Permanent
37.5 Hours Per Week
Competitive Salary
Ashendon Recruitment is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a respected and growing care provider for an experienced Care Co-ordinator to join their team in Hemel Hempstead.
This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and organised care professional to play a key role in coordinating high-quality supported living and domiciliary care services across Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas.
Our client is committed to delivering person-centred support that promotes independence, dignity and positive outcomes for the people they support. They are seeking an individual who shares these values and can help ensure the smooth and effective delivery of care services.
The Role
As Care Co-ordinator, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day coordination of care packages, staffing schedules and service delivery. Working closely with management, care staff, service users and external professionals, you will ensure that services are delivered safely, consistently and in line with regulatory requirements.
This is a varied and rewarding role offering the opportunity to make a real difference while developing your career within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Planning and maintaining staff rotas to ensure all care visits are covered effectively
- Matching care staff to service users to promote continuity and quality of care
- Responding quickly to staffing shortages, sickness and emergency cover requirements
- Supporting assessments, care plans, support plans and risk assessments
- Monitoring service quality through spot checks, observations and supervisions
- Supporting safeguarding procedures and ensuring incidents are appropriately reported and managed
- Maintaining accurate records and compliance documentation
- Supporting staff induction, training and ongoing development
- Liaising with families, social workers, healthcare professionals and commissioners
- Assisting with the mobilisation of new care packages and service reviews
- Participating in an on-call rota to support operational requirements
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Previous experience within supported living, domiciliary care or community-based care services
- Experience coordinating care services, scheduling staff or working in a senior care role
- A good understanding of person-centred care and safeguarding practices
- Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Confidence working with care management and rostering systems
- A Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care, or be working towards this qualification
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
Desirable Experience
- Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism
- Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and DoLS
- Experience participating in an on-call rota
- Knowledge of CQC standards and inspection requirements
- Experience contributing to quality assurance and compliance activities
- Local knowledge of Hemel Hempstead and the wider Hertfordshire area
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary
- Permanent full-time employment
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
- Supportive management team and positive working culture
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable adults
Apply Today
If you are an experienced care professional looking for your next challenge and want to join an organisation that genuinely values high-quality care and staff development, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Ashendon Recruitment for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity.
Please note that all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and proof of the right to work in the UK.
