Finch Manor - Various Roles

Rgn day x 2 - 33 hours
night rgn x 2
job purpose
to deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care to residents, ensuring their health, wellbeing, and dignity are always prioritised. the registered nurse leads and supports the care team, oversees clinical standards, manages medication processes, and ensures compliance with lotus care policies, clinical pathways, and regulatory requirements.
clinical leadership
• provide strong clinical leadership to the care team.
• delegate and supervise care tasks appropriately.
• lead the shift and ensure all clinical duties are completed.
• attend and contribute to daily flash meetings.
• ensure all health concerns are promptly escalated to the home manager, gp, or emergency services when required.
medication management
• administer prescribed medication safely in accordance with nmc standards and lotus care policies.
• complete mar-to-mar checks.
• carry out random 5-a-day medication stock checks.
• complete the daily medication champion form.
• maintain safe storage, ordering, receipt, and disposal of medicines.
• support and oversee medication competencies for care staff.
• report medication discrepancies immediately.
clinical pathway responsibilities
• follow the falls protocol, completing neurological observations and documentation.
• implement fall-prevention strategies and review regularly.
• follow the end of life care pathway, ensuring pain management, comfort, and family support.
• follow the diabetic pathway, including monitoring blood glucose and responding to hypo/hyperglycaemia.
• escalate irregular clinical patterns or health concerns promptly.
care planning & documentation
• complete, review, and update care plans based on resident needs.
• assess and update risk assessments including falls, diabetes, pressure care, and nutrition.
• maintain accurate, timely, and professional nursing notes.
• audit care documentation to ensure compliance.
direct nursing care
• provide clinical care including wound care, catheter care, peg feeding, and observations.
• record and monitor vital signs, escalating abnormalities.
• support residents with personal care when required, ensuring dignity and respect.
• promote independence and involvement in care where possible.
safeguarding, compliance & governance
• recognise and escalate safeguarding concerns immediately.
• follow infection control, health and safety, and fire safety protocols.
• participate in audits, quality checks, and regulatory compliance.
• maintain confidentiality and follow gdpr requirements.
training, induction & competency
• complete all mandatory training required by lotus care.
• maintain up-to-date clinical and medication competencies.
• participate in refresher training and regular supervision.
• support junior staff through induction and competency sign-off.

x 2 senior carers
job purpose
to deliver high-quality, person-centred care that enhances the lives, wellbeing, and dignity of residents living within lotus care. the care assistant supports residents with daily living tasks, personal care, mobility, nutrition, and meaningful engagement while maintaining safety, comfort, and respect.
main duties & responsibilities
personal care & support
• assist residents with washing, dressing, toileting, oral care, skincare, and continence support.
• support residents with safe mobility using hoists, frames, or other approved equipment.
• ensure all care is delivered with dignity, respect, and compassion.
• monitor and record care tasks, reporting changes promptly.
nutrition, hydration & iddsi knowledge
• support residents during mealtimes, including preparation and assistance with meal intake where required.
• follow iddsi (international dysphagia diet standardisation initiative) guidelines for texture-modified food and fluid thickness.
• identify choking risks, report concerns, and ensure safe swallowing practices.
• complete iddsi and nutrition-related training and competency assessments.
resident wellbeing & engagement
• encourage social interaction, participation in activities, and mental stimulation.
• support residents’ choices, independence, and preferred routines.
• observe and report any changes in physical, emotional, or cognitive wellbeing.
health, safety & infection control
• follow infection control procedures, hand hygiene, ppe use, and cleaning responsibilities.
• report hazards, incidents, and concerns immediately.
• support safe moving and handling in line with training and competency assessments.
documentation & communication
• accurately update care plans, daily notes, fluid/food charts, and monitoring records.
• communicate clearly with colleagues, residents, families, and visiting professionals.
• maintain confidentiality at all times.
training, induction & competency requirements
• complete full induction programme including shadow shifts, competency checks, and policy awareness.
• participate in mandatory training: safeguarding, mca/dols, infection control, fire safety, moving & handling, food hygiene, and iddsi.
• maintain competency through annual refresher training and supervision.
• demonstrate understanding of residents’ care plans and individual needs.
teamwork & professional conduct
• work collaboratively with colleagues, attending handovers and team meetings.
• promote a positive working environment and uphold lotus care’s values.
• represent the home professionally at all times.

x1 senior night carer
job purpose
the night co-ordinator is responsible for overseeing the safe and effective running of the care home during night hours. this role provides supervision to night care assistants, ensures residents’ wellbeing is continuously monitored, and manages any concerns that arise in-house before escalating to the on-call manager when necessary. the post holder maintains safety, compliance, and high standards of care throughout the night.

key duties & responsibilities
1. leadership & night team supervision
• lead, supervise, and support night care assistants on shift.
• allocate tasks and ensure all night-time duties are completed.
• conduct effective night handovers at the start and end of the shift.
• provide direction, guidance, and support to staff to maintain a calm and professional working environment.

2. resident wellbeing monitoring
• ensure wellbeing checks are completed on time and recorded accurately.
• monitor changes in residents’ physical, emotional, or cognitive wellbeing.
• respond promptly to call bells, alarms, or resident requests.
• conduct hourly walkarounds to ensure safety and observe all residential areas.

3. responding to concerns & incident management
• address any concerns, incidents, or behavioural changes in-house where appropriate.
• make informed decisions about when to escalate issues to the on-call manager.
• follow lotus care clinical pathways when responding to incidents, including:
o falls pathway (including post-fall checks and documentation)
o diabetic pathway
o end of life care pathway
o hydration & nutrition monitoring protocols
• ensure actions are compliant with cqc regulations and lotus care policies.
• ensure proper documentation of incidents, concerns, and actions taken.
• support staff in managing night-time emergencies (falls, illness, behavioural distress, end-of-life care concerns).

4. compliance, safety & regulation
• ensure night staff follow all health & safety, infection control, fire safety, safeguarding, and regulatory standards.
• promote consistent compliance with cqc fundamental standards, including regulation 9 (person-centred care), regulation 12 (safe care & treatment), and regulation 17 (good governance).
• conduct regular checks of:
o fire exits and alarms
o security locks and doors
o temperature and fridge checks (if applicable)
o night cleaning tasks
• ensure clinical pathways are adhered to throughout the night, and staff follow expected procedures.
• report hazards, faults, or maintenance issues via the correct procedures.

5. documentation & communication
• ensure accurate completion of night logs, wellbeing records, charts, and daily notes.
• confirm all documentation meets lotus care standards and regulatory expectations.
• record all signs of illness, distress, or incidents for the day team to review.
• provide detailed reports and a full handover to the morning team.

Applicants to email a CV to cheryl.vickerstaffe@lotuscare.uk please quote Finch Manor and job title in email subject header.