Handy Person

Job description

Summary

Reports to

  • Site Operations Co-Ordinator.

Duties

  • Help with maintenance jobs around the home:

    • E.g., fixing/repairing, painting/decorating, gardening etc.

Requirements

  • Good english.

  • Familiar use of relevant tools and machinery.

  • Good knowledge of hard/soft landscaping practices.

  • Problem solving skills.

  • Communications skills.

  • Previous experience in a similar role.

 Specific Requirements for application

* = essential requirements

    • * Good English.

      • Written & verbal.

    • * Can commute to Ashfield within an hour.

    • * Maintenance skills

      • Familiar use of relevant tools and machinery.

      • Good knowledge of hard/soft landscaping practices.

    • * Problem solving skills.

      • Recognise and report situations where there might be a need for intervention.

      • Assist in the development and implementation of health & safety procedures.

      • Adapt and address situations quickly.

    • * Communication skills.

      • Liaise appropriately with all employees. 

    • Previous experience in a similar environment.

      • E.g. working in a home care.

    • * Previous experience in a similar role.

    • Previous experience of working with people who have additional support needs.

      • E.g. elderly people with dementia.

Your Duties

    • Understand the physiological, psychological, and sociological needs of our residents.

      • Plan and deliver sessions to groups and individuals that meet the needs above discreetly (e.g., assisting one of our residents with one of their sporting hobbies to encourage exercise).

        • Sessions should be planned ahead for the quarter and relevant to the season and compliment any events.

    • Plan and host seasonal events for our residents, employees, and the local community. Per year;

      • 4x Parities = Residents + staff on/off duty + Friends and relatives + wider community – are welcome. Including; themed decorations, food van/buffet and entertainment provided.

      • 4x Special days = Residents + staff on duty + Friends and relatives – are welcome. Including; themed decorations and entertainment provided.

      • 4x Parities = Residents + staff on duty + Friends and relatives – are welcome. Including; themed decorations.

      • Birthdays = Card signed by staff + balloons/flowers + cake + invite friends/relatives for lunch/tea.

    • Assist with the induction of new starters in accordance with Ashfield Nursing Home’s policy.

    • Be polite and respectful in communication with staff, residents, or external visitors.

    • Develop effective working relationships with other employees within the service.

    • Work in cooperation with members of the multi-disciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for people in the service.

    • Promote the safety, dignity, and wellbeing of residents at all times. This includes maintaining an environment free from abuse, neglect, or harm.

    • Remain vigilant to any signs or indicators of abuse—whether physical, emotional, financial, sexual, or neglect.

    • Act in accordance with the organisation’s safeguarding policies and procedures. 

    • Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of those individuals one supports.

    • Attend all statutory training, meetings and any others as directed by a manager.

    • Knowledge of, and work within, the Fundamental Standards.

    • Understand the regulatory framework that governs the service, including the role of CQC and their requirements.

    • Commit to achieving the relevant qualifications with the role.

    • Understand and follow all policies and procedures relevant to the role.

    • Understand and follow all relevant risk assessments.

    • Be open to learning opportunities.

Core Values

  • Organised

    • Be proactive instead of reactive. Be aware of when things start to run off the rails and help to get it back on track.

    • Contribute your ideas or concerns before it’s too late.

    • Question whether you need to involve your supervisor at that moment or whether you can put a temporary solution in place until you notify them at a better time.

    • Start making decisions within your space of responsibility. Build confidence and competence will follow.

  • Focussed

    • Understand the duties associated with your position.

    • Contribute your individual efforts towards our team goal.

    • If there’s something worrying you that isn’t effecting either of the above, find and notify the relevant person so they can be concerned about it. You can then return to your duties and goals.

  • Dedicated

    • Stay long term and commit to our purpose and contribute to our achievements.

    • If your current role isn’t right for you, talk to us and suggest how you still contribute to our cause elsewhere.

Our Core Values are vital and timeless guiding principles, that attract like-minded people. We also review, reward and recognise our employees based on these values.

Demonstrate the values and behaviours we expect from our team members regarding their daily interactions for/with residents, visitors, colleagues and other professionals.