Position - Warden.
Salary Negotiable - Depending on experience.
Part-time – Mon- Fri a.m.
22.5 hours per week.
Location: Northampton.
We are a sheltered housing Charity providing independent living Almshouse accommodation for elderly persons. We are seeking a part-time Warden to safeguard the welfare and independence of our residents and nurture the health and wellbeing of our Almshouse community. We are looking for a people-person, someone who is compassionate, self-motivated and attuned to the needs of the elderly.
The post provides an exciting opportunity to join a close-knit team and contribute directly to the success of the organisation. We will provide training and full professional support. You will have a genuine interest in making a positive contribution to the team and the wellbeing of our residents.
Key Responsibilities:
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Monitoring the wellbeing of residents and ensure all residents have access to a wide range of social activities and encouraging their active participation in these.
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Reporting any issues with residents and the property to the Scheme Manager on a weekly basis.
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Responding to emergency calls when on duty immediately.
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Provide updates for the monthly news sheet for residents and Trustees
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Maintaining required documents, files and records.
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Being responsible for the security of the buildings, site and overseeing the resources and people to assist with this.
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Managing on site facilities, meeting rooms, keep them clean and tidy.
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Liaise with site supervisor, arranging any emergency repairs that are required for properties within permitted budgets.
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Managing a petty cash float.
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Providing refreshments (such as tea, coffee, light snacks) for required activities.
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Carrying out any other reasonable task as directed.
Person Specification:
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Ideally you should have a good understanding of warden’s responsibilities and be knowledgeable about safeguarding.
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Be able to demonstrate good IT, numeracy and literacy skills.
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Have excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrate the ability to build trust and rapport.
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Be able to work on their own initiative, as well as being a key part of a small team.
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Have direct experience of working with the elderly, preferably in a similar environment.
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Have a “can-do” attitude and be personally flexible.
To apply please forward your CV and covering letter
No Agency Candidates accepted.
Closing date : 30 September 2024 – this position will be advertised on other platforms so may close earlier if a suitable candidate found