Borough Care employs around 600 staff, most of whom work part time. Vacancies arise from time to time in most homes, and in addition we have a bank of casual staff who work as and when required to cover staff sickness, holidays etc. Many people join us initially to work on the casual bank, and then obtain a permanent post with us. All posts carry paid holidays, pension scheme, training provided, sick pay scheme after qualifying period.

If you would like further information about any of our vacancies, or would like to apply, please contact the home who will arrange an interview for you. Alternatively, you can download an application form, and return it to us.

Successful applicants cannot commence work until two satisfactory references and health clearance is obtained. All posts require disclosure from CRB. Please note, however, that a past conviction will not necessarily prevent you from being employed; that would depend on the type of offence and the date of conviction. Ask for our policy statement on recruitment of offenders. If you can work as part of a team or individually and want to make a difference to the lives of the people we support, then you could be just who we are looking for.

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Jobs at Borough Care

Housekeeper:
Providing residents with a clean and comfortable home is an essential part of the care we provide. Housekeepers are responsible for keeping clean and tidy all areas of the home, including residents rooms. Some housekeeping staff work in the laundry or in the kitchen, assisting the cook. All housekeepers have lots of contact with the residents and are an important part of the care team.

Job Requirements
You need to be fairly fit, and like working with elderly people. Housekeepers work on a rota basis, but there is less evening work than care assistants, though there are some evening only posts. 

Training and Prospects
You will be given a period of induction training, and training and instruction on the health and safety aspects of your job. There are opportunities to do NVQ level 1 & 2 in cleaning buildings in conjunction with a local college. Some housekeepers move on to care assistant posts, and a number of our current supervisory and management staff started in housekeeping posts.

Night Care Assistants:
All our homes have two or three waking night staff working from 10pm to 8am. These are generally more experienced care assistants who are able to work without supervision. Ideally you should have an NVQ2 and/or 2 years experience. A senior member of staff is in the building at all times.

Cooks:
All food in Borough Care Homes is cooked in each individual home, and is an important part of the residents lives. Each home has a senior cook who is responsible for menu planning and the smooth running of the kitchen, as well as ensuring that all environmental health rules are complied with. He or she is assisted by a cook and kitchen housekeeping staff

Job Requirements
A good standard of cooking is required as well as an interest in working with elderly people. The cooks are expected to communicate regularly with residents to ensure that their preferences are met in menu planning.

Training and Prospects
All staff involved in food preparation are trained to certificate level in food handling. Further training is available on an individual basis. Kitchen staff often progress to becoming cooks, and cooks to senior cook.

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