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Archive 2015

Richly Deserved Award Nomination

We are thrilled to announce that our fantastic training manager, Becky Davies, has been short-listed as one of the finalists for the ‘Somerset Care Focus Innovation Award’ this year.

Author: Candlelight Care
Posted: 07/04/2015
Categories: News Story

Investing in our People

We are proud to have achieved the Investors in People Bronze Level. At Candlelight Care we have always recognised that our people are our greatest asset and this award demonstrates our commitment to helping them realise their potential.

Author: Candlelight Care
Posted: 07/04/2015
Categories: News Story

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4 days ago

About Candlelight CareCandlelight Care is a family-run company offering homecare and live-in care services in Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire and East Sussex. With a Head Office in Glastonbury, Somerset, it has been caring for people of all ages in their own homes for over 30 years. Candlelight Care has been recognised as a Top 20 Recommended Home Care Group in the UK for 2019 by homecare.co.ukBenefits of Care and Support Worker· £300 welcome bonus· Smart Phone· Full training· Paid travel time· mileage allowance· Rewarding work that allows you to have a meaningful impact on others· Having a desire to see your clients flourish and remain independent within their own home· Breaking the ice with a new client and putting a smile on their face· Calming down an anxious client who may not recognise their surroundings· Earning the trust of a clients family to help a loved one· Experiencing the joys of using your skills to help others live happier lives.Your responsibilitiesAs a Care and Support Worker your responsibilities will include:· Getting to know your clients and their interests and needs· Giving emotional and practical support to your clients· Assisting with personal care (washing, toileting, dressing, food preparation, medication, etc.)· Supporting family with new caring responsibilities· Working with other social care professionals to provide personalised care and development plansRequirements· Sensitivity and understanding· The ability to work well with others· Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations· The ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure· To be thorough and pay attention to detail· Customer service skills· A desire to help people· Excellent verbal communication skills· To be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held deviceThank you for your interest in working for Candlelight Care. Once we receive your application, we will be in touch! ... See MoreSee Less

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Candlelight Care

6 days ago

Candlelight Care are looking to recruit a new Team Leader in Frome and surrounding areas.Job Purpose:The role includes working within an allocated pod (area), responsible for evaluating and assessing new client packages, developing care plans, carrying out risk assessments, conducting reviews of existing packages, liaising with Commissioners and clients, evaluating care progress and recommending changes to the care plan if required. Supporting and leading a team of Care & Support Workers. Carrying out staff observations, and supervisions.You will also be part of the on-call team on a rotational basis.Role Responsibilities:As the role can change on a daily basis, you will need to be highly organised, efficient and flexible in your approach.Carrying out of assessments of all new packages.Meet and greet with our potential private clients and/or their families.Re-assess existing packages, for example, when a client is discharged from hospital with a change in their needs, etc.Carrying out required risk assessments to ensure delivery of safe care.Updating care plans, MAR charts, medication information and other care related documents found within the client’s electronic care plan and care folder, as appropriate.Undertaking client reviews under the direction of the Care Coordinator and Deputy Manager.Undertaking of staff observations and/or supervisions under the direction of the Deputy Manager.Liaise with other health and social care professionals.Undertake care work, when required to meet the needs of the business.Working hours to include a minimum of one evening and an alternate weekend.Be part of the on-call rota, ready to cover any outstanding care visits at very short notice.Available to attend Team Leader Meetings on a monthly basisDesirable Requirements:· Available to work alternate weekends· Adaptable and flexible to deal with varying needs and situations· Be part of the on-call rota· Previous experience within a care role.· Good working knowledge of care and support work.· Understanding and respecting the need for confidentiality· Good working knowledge of Health & Safety· Good working knowledge of personal rights and responsibilities· Awareness and importance of preserving clients dignity· High level of literacy skills (you will be required to read care plans and record simple details)· Diploma level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent· Good communication skills· Ability to work without supervision· Caring and empathetic approach· Reliable and trustworthy· Clean and tidy appearance· Ability to manage your own time· Good team player, who is understanding and supportive of colleagues· Good communication skills (to understand clients and make yourself clearly understood?· A full (clean) driving licence and access to own transport. ... See MoreSee Less

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Candlelight Care

6 days ago

Care and Support Worker or Care Professional?The JobWe currently have opportunities for part-time Care and Support Workers or Care Professionals in Crowborough, Uckfield, Heathfield, East Sussex and surrounding areas.About Candlelight CareCandlelight Care is a family-run company offering homecare and live-in care services in Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire and East Sussex. With a Head Office in Glastonbury, Somerset, it has been caring for people of all ages in their own homes for over 30 years. Candlelight Care has been recognised as a Top 20 Recommended Home Care Group in the UK for the second consecutive year in 2020!Benefits for Care and Support Workers£300 welcome bonusSmart PhoneFull trainingPaid travel timemileage allowanceRewarding work that allows you to have a meaningful impact on othersHaving a desire to see your clients flourish and remain independent within their own homeBreaking the ice with a new client and putting a smile on their faceCalming down an anxious client who may not recognise their surroundingsEarning the trust of a clients family to help a loved oneExperiencing the joys of using your skills to help others live happier lives.Your responsibilitiesAs a Care and Support Worker your responsibilities will include:Getting to know your clients and their interests and needsGiving emotional and practical support to your clientsAssisting with personal care (washing, toileting, dressing, food preparation, medication, etc.)Supporting family with new caring responsibilitiesWorking with other social care professionals to provide personalised care and development plansRequirementsSensitivity and understandingThe ability to work well with othersPatience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situationsThe ability to accept criticism and work well under pressureTo be thorough and pay attention to detailCustomer service skillsA desire to help peopleExcellent verbal communication skillsTo be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held deviceThank you for your interest in working for Candlelight Care.Once we receive your application, we will be in touch! ... See MoreSee Less

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Archive 2015

Richly Deserved Award Nomination

Investing in our People