Assistant Practitioner – Berkshire Manor-Care/Nursing – Ground Floor

Are you a dedicated and compassionate individual looking to make a real difference in resident care? We are seeking an Assistant Practitioner to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role involves providing essential direction, guidance, and support to our care teams, ensuring seamless, high-quality care interventions for our residents. As an Assistant Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in enhancing our residents’ well‑being through your advanced training and clinical expertise. You’ll work closely with Registered Nurses and Unit Managers, contributing to both team development and direct resident care.

Benefits

• 1 free meal per shift.
• Enhanced Bank Holiday pay.
• Increased Annual Leave entitlement – extra annual leave for members with 3+ years.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Milestone Birthdays – extra time off.
• Company sick pay above statutory entitlement (subject to length of service).
• Refer a Friend Scheme for successful referrals – subject to T&Cs.
• Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives.
• Long service awards.
• Health Cash Plan – subject to T&Cs.
• Death in Service Benefit – subject to T&Cs.

Responsibilities

• Direct Care and Support: Deliver best‑practice care, assist residents with daily living, review care plans, and support social activities.
• Clinical Interventions: Perform trained clinical tasks such as medication administration (including injections and insulin), oxygen administration, catheter care, PEG management, wound care, and more.
• Team Leadership: Provide clear direction, guidance, and support to Health Care Assistants, fostering development and educating care teams, residents, and families.
• Quality Assurance: Contribute to risk assessments, ensure accurate record‑keeping and communication, and maintain high standards of care.
• Compliance: Adhere to all Oakland Care policies, including safeguarding, health and safety, and promote safe working practices.
• Substantial and demonstrable experience in delivering care.

Qualifications

• Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Successful completion of the Oakland Care Assistant Practitioner training course or evidence of an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Evidence of competence and certification of all clinical skills required for this role.
• Completion and competence in medication administration (Guardian Angels medication training or equivalent).
• Experience in team member induction and supervision.

Essential Skills and Attributes

• Effective and collaborative team member.
• Excellent written, non‑verbal, and verbal communication skills, demonstrating professionalism at all times.
• Working knowledge of Dementia.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Ability to work confidentially, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Flexible to meet the service needs.
• Person‑centred, empathic approach to care.

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