Compliance Officer (Part time) Slough, Berkshire, South East England, England
Job description
- Job Reference: PA04-1767
- Salary: £36,298 -£41,496 per annum (pro rata) plus a Local Weighting Allowance of £1,002 per annum (pro rata) plus a 14% Shift Allowance
- Post Level: 7
- Directorate: People (Adults)
- Department: Reablement & Independence Team
- Hours of work: Part time, 18.5 hours per week (job share)
- Location: The Pines, Forest Close, Wexham, SL2 4FJ
- The closing date for applications is Thursday 31 May 2023.
- An Enhanced DBS is required for this role.
From the very top, every member of our team has one thing driving them – wanting to make a positive difference to the lives of residents! And in Slough, that difference will be obvious every day!
Be part of a team which has a Reablement service which, last year, helped hundreds of people become independent again after a stay in hospital, where Occupational Therapists, domiciliary rehab staff and social workers find innovative ways to support people to live how they like using direct payments, where an incredible partnership with health means integrated teams which deliver services more effectively.
You will be key support for service users in achieving increased independence, working to promote their wellbeing and daily living skills by teaching, assisting in personal care and motivating people in re-learning activities as part of the outcome based Reablement plans designed by Occupational Therapists. You will be making a true difference to people’s lives!
At Slough Borough Council (SBC) we offer structured supervision, training to enhance skills and excellent development opportunities. You will not be bored in Slough and you will be surrounded by professional, caring and dedicated colleagues and friends. Be a part of it - join us!
What you’ll be doing:
- To monitor the quality of service delivered and ensure CQC compliance is prioritised by undertaking Compliance Officer Quality Assurance visits.
- Ensure that each service user in the Reablement service has appropriate care plans and associated risk assessments in order deliver care safely,
- Provide leadership alongside the Reablement Team Leaders acting as an ambassador for care quality, audit and risk management within the service.
- Have a focus on compliance with supervisory responsibility for implementation of policies and procedure.
What you’ll have:
- Strong working knowledge of CQC fundamental standards
- Strong knowledge of NICE standards in regards to medication administration
- An confident awareness of quality assurance and how to audit activity within a care setting
- Good working awareness of the local area
- Understanding and commitment to equality and diversity
- Care sector experience in a professional or personal capacity
- Good leadership skills and able to work in challenging circumstances and remain calm when dealing with emergency situations
- Able to understand follow and instruct in regards to policies and procedures
- Ability to communicate effectively with others verbally and in writing, respectful and maintain confidentiality and experience of using Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook
- NVQ level 3 in Care, QCF Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent and the willingness to undertake level 4 qualification
- Full UK driving licence with daily access to a car
No day is the same in Slough. We have the most diverse population outside of London, one of the youngest populations in the country but an older population with high levels of need and a range of health inequalities.
Slough Borough Council offers a challenging but rewarding place to work, in a supportive environment where your valued input will help shape the future direction of the Council’s Reablement and Independence Service. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever, and you'll join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive. We value diversity.
Our offer to you:
In addition to a competitive salary and generous local government pension scheme, we offer a range of great benefits including:
- 26 days holiday annual leave (not including Bank Holidays) rising to 30 days after 2 years’ service, and 33 days after 5 years’ service.
- Tax - free childcare and childcare services
- Discounted car parking
- Season loan ticket
- Wellbeing initiatives including cycle rides and sports tournaments, amongst others.
- Our commitment to equality and diversity
- Cycle to Work Scheme and Car and Bike Pools
Interested?
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Samantha Cicero, Registered Manager, 07749 710 112.
How to Apply
- To apply for the role, you will need to have an up to date CV which you can upload here:
Employment Application form
- To apply for these roles please ensure you have read the full Job Description and Person Specification here: Reablement Compliance Officer JD & PS
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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Applicants should be aware that the post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check that will include a criminal record check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
