Diversity and Inclusion Monitoring Form 2020 (PDF)
HOST/HOSTESS
We are looking for another friendly and enthusiastic person to join our team to assist the kitchen staff in serving healthy, balanced, attractive meals and beverages to the residents in our 50 bed Residential Care Home in Sevenoaks. Experience of working in a similar environment is desirable but full training will be given.
Hours of work: Part time 15 hours per week, 4.30pm to 7.30pm over 5 shifts, Monday to Sunday
Salary: £9.70 per hour weekdays and £12.13 per hour weekends
Benefits:
- A competitive salary
- Workplace pension scheme
- Employee reward scheme
- Employee Assistant Programme (EAP)
- 6 weeks annual leave increasing to 7 weeks after 5 years service (includes bank and public holidays)
- Company sick pay
- A paid day off for your birthday
- Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend Scheme
- Full training and support with your professional development
- Free uniform & DBS check
Please apply using the link at the bottom of this page.
Job description: Host-Hostess
HEAD OF CARE
The Head of Care will coordinate and lead on the care and management of care staff and residents in the home. Directly delivering services ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, current legislation and meeting quality standards. Acting as the Association’s ambassador, to lead, promote and maintain high standards of care to residents and to safeguard the health and wellbeing of the residents in the home.
For this role, successful candidates will have:
- A qualification in management and/or leadership with significant experience in supporting older people
- A Level 4 in Health and Social care
- Experience in a similar role within a care home setting
- Experience of leading, motivating and managing a care team
- A good understanding of legislative framework, CQC requirements and key care principles
Hours: 40 per week over 5 days, Monday to Sunday
Salary: £32,000 to £35,000 per annum DOE
We are offering:
- A competitive salary
- Workplace pension scheme
- Employee Assistant Programme
- 6 weeks annual leave increasing to 7 weeks after 5 years service (includes bank and public holidays)
- Company sick pay, payable after 6 months
- A day off for your birthday
- Full training and support with your professional development
If this sounds like a job for you, and you are interested in applying for this vacancy please submit your application at the link below.
Successful applicants will be offered the role subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check, and the taking up and verification of references.
Job description: Head of Care
VOLUNTEER BOARD MEMBER – FINANCE
Rockdale Housing Association is a dynamic association based in Sevenoaks town centre and provides housing, care and support for the elderly. We are looking to strengthen the work of our Board of Trustees and are looking for an outstanding person with current financial experience.
We are looking for a broad range of expertise within Financial Management to help shape our future and make a significant contribution to our community, in both our care home and sheltered living complex. We are looking for an individual who can bring considerable strategic leadership experience, expert technical knowledge, and expertise, along with an excellent understanding of good governance.
Applicants are also expected to have:
- a general understanding or interest in the challenges facing the care sector
- the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- willingness to speak your mind
- the ability to think creatively and strategically
The Board have approximately 10 formal meetings per year and individuals may also be involved at other times as needed. The role is unpaid but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
To apply for this role please use the form at the link below and submit to HR@rockdale.org.uk
Application Form for Board Members
HOUSEKEEPING ASSISTANT
We have exciting opportunities for motivated and hard-working Housekeeping Assistants to join our team. Working as part of our valued team you will carry out a variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks to help maintain high standards of cleanliness and create a clean, tidy and welcoming environment for the residents, visitors and staff in our Residential Care Home.
Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential; what is important to us is that you are an enthusiastic, reliable and caring individual who has good communication skills and attention to detail. A good understanding of empathy and treating people with kindness is essential, along with excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Good MS Skills and GCSE’s in English and Maths are also desirable.
Hours of work: Shifts are on a 4 weekly rota basis including weekends over the following shifts: early 8:00 am-3:30 pm or late midday-7:30pm.
- Bank shifts- ad hoc as and when required
- Permanent shifts- 37.5 hours per week
- Part-time hours are also available
Salary- £9.70 -£12.13 per hour
We offer:
- A competitive salary
- Workplace pension scheme
- Employee Assistant Programme (EAP)
- 6 weeks annual leave increasing to 7 weeks after 5 years’ service (includes bank and public holidays)
- Company sick pay
- A paid day off for your birthday
- Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend Scheme
- Full training and support with your professional development
- Free uniform & DBS check
If you wish to be considered for this role, please use the form at the bottom of this page.
Successful applicants will be offered the role subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and the taking up and verification of references. Applicants applying for positions within our care home will also need evidence of having had both COVID vaccinations.
Job Description: Housekeeping Assistant
DAY RSW
Rockdale House in Sevenoaks provides excellent care for the residents in our 50-bed care home, set in beautiful surroundings and located in the centre of Sevenoaks it is highly regarded by the community.
We are looking for dedicated care staff who can demonstrate compassion and empathy in their approach to caring for older people, your day to day tasks will include helping residents with social activities, answering call bells, completing care plans and assisting with dressing and personal care.
For this role, successful candidates will have:
- Excellent communication skills and be a great team player
- A good understanding of person-centred care
- Experience of working in a similar environment
- The ability to make responsible decisions that are always in the resident’s best interest
- An NVQ 2/3 in Health and Social Care is desirable but not essential, however, you should be willing to get further training if needed
Hours of work: Full or part-time shifts including weekends over the following shift patterns: early 7.30 am-2.30 pm or late 1.30 pm-9.00 pm.
- Full time/Part-time hours: up to 36 per week
Salary: £10.29 – £12.86
We offer:
- A competitive salary
- Workplace pension scheme
- Employee Assistant Programme (EAP)
- 6 weeks annual leave increasing to 7 weeks after 5 years’ service (includes bank and public holidays)
- Company sick pay
- A paid day off for your birthday
- Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend Scheme
- Full training and support with your professional development
- Free uniform & DBS check
If this sounds like a job for you, and you are interested in applying for this vacancy please use the form at the bottom of this page.
Successful applicants will be offered the role subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and the taking up and verification of references. Applicants applying for positions within our care home will also need evidence of having had both COVID vaccinations.
Job Description: Day RSW
BANK STAFF opportunities at our Residential Care Home
Day RSW
£10.29 per hour weekdays/ £12.86 per hour weekends
Shifts are on a 4 weekly rota basis including weekends over the following shifts: 7.30am-2.30pm and 1.30pm-9.00pm.
Job Description: Day RSW
Housekeeping Assistants
£9.70 per hour weekdays/ £12.13 per hour weekends
Shifts are on a 4 weekly rota basis including weekends over the following shifts: 8:00am-3:30pm, midday-7:30pm, 4.30pm-7.30pm
Job Description: Housekeeping Assistant
If this sounds like a job for you, and you are interested in applying for this vacancy please submit your application via our website.