Are you looking for Home Care support?

Castlerock Healthcare is taking on Home Care packages in Cumbria. If you or a relative require assistance in the home please Contact Nikki Worsley on 01229 520123.

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Looking for domiciliary care work?

Castlerock Healthcare provides domiciliary care throughout Cumbria

Castlerock Recruiment Group has been appointed as a Domiciliary Care provider to Cumbria County Council.

This is a great achievement for Castlerock Healthcare and we are actively seeking Domiciliary Care Workers throughout Cumbria, with initial recruitment within Barrow and surrounding areas. Why not see if we have the home care assistant job for you? Start your career in care today!

For further information please contact Lilli Akins or Nikki Worsley on 01229 520123 for an informal conversation or email your CV to cumbria@castlerockrg.com.

GP locum

What is a Locum?

A Locum is short for the Latin phrase Locum Tenens. It is an individual who temporarily fulfills the duties of another. Within the medical profession the locum temporary holds the place of another medical professional at a private practice, clinic or hospital. A GP Locum will often work when a practice/Hospital is short staffed or take the place of a regular doctor when they are absent.

Why become a GP locum?

Newly qualified –  After finishing education medical graduates often want to work on different assignments to help them decide which path to take and what type of practice setting they would eventually want to work in.

Opportunity to travel – Working as a GP Locum can help to determine where an individual would like to permanently settle down whilst travelling around the country or even the world.

Self Employed -Consultants, speciality doctors and GP’s may prefer the flexibility of this type of work and enjoy being self employed.

Lifestyle -Many physicians choose a full time Locum lifestyle as this  allows them to  make their own schedule, gives them the opportunity to travel and choose what assignments they will accept and at what rate.

Retired- Or maybe you have retired from private practice but aren’t ready to completely leave the medical field?  GP Locum work is a fantastic way to keep up with skills, help with retirement funds and travel as well as helping facilities in need.

Advantages of working as a GP locum ?

There are many advantages of working as a GP Locum:

• Temporary employment and a chance to broaden skills whilst waiting or looking for a permanent job.
• Allows those relatively new to the profession to utilise newly learnt skills instantly within various medical environments.
• GP Locum work can be combined to allow time for other employment or activities outside of medicine.
• The independence to work flexibly where and when you choose.
• Variety of working in different locations and exploring career options whilst travelling.
• GP Locums are paid by the day and don’t have to rely on a restricted annual salary. It is up to the individual if they want to increase their availability for work or not.

What is a Locum Agency?

For Candidates

A  Locum Agency specialises in the placement of medical staff on a temporary basis and can be helpful in finding you work. They save you the time and trouble of searching for work yourself. Castlerock Recruitment Group has a flexible candidate focused approach to medical locum staffing. We are able to accommodate all types of physicians and opportunities. CB Locums and NW Locums are part of Castlerock Recruitment Groupwho specialise in the provision of GP locums for the NHS, military and MoD as well as private hospitals, surgeries, clinics and medical practices both in the North and South of the UK.

If you think that  locum doctor work can suite your relocation plans or you are simply looking for new challenging opportunities, contact CB Locums or NW Locums for GP and locum jobs throughout the UK.

 For clients:

If you are responsible for the GP recruitment of locums in a hospital or medical centre it can be hard to find the right candidate especially if the role you are looking to fill with little notice or short term.

CB Locums and NW Locums are experts in this field and will do everything to meet your requirements. We understand that a great deal of trust is given to an agency when they fill your medical locum vacancy. This is why we take great care in registering our candidates; our checks are thorough and our records are kept up to date for your viewing.

We strongly believe that the quality of our medical locum and GP candidates together with the high level of service we are able to offer will prove to be a beneficial choice for your locum requirements.

If you operate in the private or public sector we can help you get the ideal locum to fill the necessary role. For better assessment of your individual needs by our dedicated staff you can register your requirements with CB Locums or NW Locums online today.

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MoD healthcare jobs and careers

Medical jobs within the Ministry of Defence

Working as a medical locum within the Armed Forces can be challenging and rewarding.
The medical jobs available within the MoD are usually a mixture of preventative and emergency treatment and combined rehabilitation & occupational health. They differ from the usual roles available to medical professionals within primary, secondary and dental care settings.

Generally healthcare professionals working within the Ministry of Defence will be working with those who you are returning to health so they can resume their normal duties. In some cases they may be working in centres of rehabilitation where personnel with extensive injuries are placed.

It is important whilst working within a military establishment to adopt a military attitude in standards of administration and presentation, follow the military command structure and strict security measures.

Several medical opportunities available to professionals seeking healthcare jobs within the MoD may be based outside of the UK. If a medical professional should wish to apply for these positions travel and accommodation are usually provided by the Ministry of Defence.

Work in this exciting environment.

Castlerock Recruitment Group offer regular Military career opportunities working for the MoD throughout the UK and Europe.

CRG are recognised by A|D|S as one of the UK’s leading military healthcare recruitment agencies, complementing our position as one of only three agencies to gain a place on the prestigious four-year Tri-Service contract with the MoD.

Castlerock Recruitment Group currently supply the following grades of staff to clients with outstanding MoD requirements:

• GPs
• Dentists & Dental Hygienists
• Nurses
• Healthcare Assistants
• Support Workers
• Occupational Therapists
• Optometrists
• Physiotherapists
• Speech & Language Therapists
• Pharmacists & Pharmacy Technicians
• Dentists & Dental Hygienists
• Extended Scope Practitioners
• Exercise Remedial Instructor

Castlerock Recruitment Group are always looking to recruit and supply all grades and types of medical and healthcare staff on a permanent or locum basis within the Ministry of Defence Tri Services: Army, Royal Air Force and Royal Navy.

All divisions of Castlerock Recruitment Group have the experience and understanding of placing civilian medical staff into military environments.CRG’S trained and experienced consultants deliver a personalised recruitment service and as one of only three staff suppliers to the MOD, you can be assured you are with the right agency!

Give us a call today on 0845 680 1599 to see how our military healthcare recruitment specialists can help you find the perfect MoD Military Medical job for you!

The Dignity Challenge

Explaining and understanding dignity

Castlerock Recruitment Group promotes awareness of the 10 Point Dignity Challenge.This challenges care providers to meet 10 principles of care to ensure their services respect dignity. It creates a way of understanding and explaining what dignity looks like in the context of treating individuals with respect in a care setting.

Have a zero tolerance of all forms of abuse.

Care and support is provided in a safe environment that is free from abuse. It should be recognised that abuse can take many forms including physical, psychological, emotional, financial and sexual, and extend to neglect or ageism.

Support people with the same respect you would want for yourself or a member of your family.

People should be cared for in a courteous and considerate manner, ensuring time is taken to get to know people. People receiving services are helped to participate as partners in decision-making about the care and support they receive.People are encouraged and supported to take responsibility for managing their care themselves in conjunction with, when needed,care staff and other information and support services.

Treat each person as an individual by offering a personalised service.

The attitude and behaviour of managers and staff help to preserve each person’s identity and individuality.Services are not standardised but are personalised and tailored to each individual person’s requirements and wishes.

Enable people to maintain the maximum possible level of independence,choice and control.

People receiving services are helped to make a positive contribution to daily life and to be involved in decisions about their personal care and support. Care and support are negotiated and agreed with people receiving services as partners. People receiving services have the maximum possible choice and control over the services they receive.

Listen & support people to express their needs & wants.

Provide information in a way that enables a person to reach agreement in care planning and exercise their rights to consent to care and treatment.Openness and participation are encouraged. For those with communication difficulties or cognitive impairment,adequate support and advocacy are supplied.

Respect People’s Right to Privacy.

Personal space is available and accessible when needed. Areas of sensitivity which relate to modesty, gender, culture or religion and basic manners are fully respected. People are not made to feel embarrassed when receiving care and support

Ensure People feel able to complain without fear of retribution.

People have access to the information and advice they need. Staff supports people to their concerns and complaints with the appropriate person. Opportunities are raise available to access an advocate. Concerns and complaints are respected and answered in a timely manner.

Engage with family members and carers as care partners.

Relatives and carers experience a welcoming ambience and are able to communicate with staff and managers as contributing partners.Relatives and carers are kept fully informed and receive timely information.Relatives and carers are listened to and encouraged to contribute to the benefit of person receiving services.

Assist people to maintain confidence and a positive self-esteem.

The care and support provided encourages individuals to participate as far as they feel able. Care aims to develop the self-confidence of the person receiving services, actively promoting health and well-being.Adequate support is provided in eating and drinking.

Act to alleviate people’s loneliness and isolation.

People receiving services are offered enjoyable, stimulating and challenging activities that are compatible with individual interests, needs and abilities. People receiving services are encouraged to maintain contact with the outside community.Staff help people receiving services to feel valued as members of the community.

Dignity in Care Campaign

Improving the quality of care

Castlerock Recruitment Group is supporters of the Dignity in Care Campaign aiming to put dignity and respect at the heart of care services. The Dignity in Care Campaign is about placing a greater emphasis on improving the quality of care and the experience of citizens using services including, community services, home care assistance, care homes and NHS hospitals.
In order to win hearts and minds, change the culture of care services and ensure people have a good experience of care when they need it, the Dignity in Care Campaign includes the following actions:

• Raise awareness of dignity in care.
• Inspire local people to take action;
• Share good practice and give impetus to positive innovation;
• Transform services by supporting people and organisations in providing dignified services;
• Reward and recognise those people who make a difference and go that extra mile.

Before the campaign launched several events took place around the country to find out what Dignity in Care meant to people. The issues raised at these events resulted in the development of the 10 point Dignity Challenge. The challenge represents what high quality services that respect people’s dignity should include:

• Have a zero tolerance of all forms of abuse
• Support people with the same respect you would want for yourself or a member of your family
• Treat each person as an individual by offering a personalised service
• Enable people to maintain the maximum possible level of independence, choice and control
• Listen & support people to express their needs & wants
• Respect People’s Right to Privacy
• Ensure People feel able to complain without fear of retribution
• Engage with family members and carers as care partners
• Assist people to maintain confidence and a positive self-esteem
• Act to alleviate people’s loneliness and isolation

In support of this campaign, people across the country are signing up as Dignity Champions.

“Dignity in Care must be everybody’s business. I hope people will step up to this challenge and do whatever is in their power to make a difference”

Sir Michael Parkinson,
Dignity Champion

Castlerock Recruitment Group promotes awareness of the ten Dignity in Care points to everyone involved within the organisation. We believe everybody can do their bit to help influence others and change the way care services are delivered.

To support the campaign further & sign up as a Dignity Champion take a look at the Dignity in Care becoming a Dignity Champion pages.

What is domiciliary care?

Home care, also known as domiciliary care is the support and help with personal care and household tasks for the frail or those with long term care needs.

Domiciliary care makes it possible for users to remain in their own home rather than use long-term residential or institutional-based nursing care homes, enabling them to maintain comfort and personal independence within their local community.

The services provided by domiciliary care workers are flexible and include a combination of professional health care and life assistance services in order for the user to be supported in their daily life.

Home care should develop and promote the independence of service users by encouraging individuals to do as much as they can for themselves and take part in social activities. Care worker duties may include:

•  Help with getting up and going to bed, dressing, bathing, meal preparation, laundry, medication administration and reminders.
• Practical tasks around the home such as cooking and cleaning, help with shopping and running errands.
• Helping the person you’re looking after to go on days out, transportation, take part in community activity and provide companionship.

Home care recruitment agencies provide care to older people, adults, younger people and children with a variety of support and care needs, usually working in partnership with other Health & Social Care professionals. It is common for a service user to receive medical and personal care at home through the co-ordinated services of others such as Occupational Therapists, District Nurses or Mental Health Workers.

Domiciliary care may be funded by the local authority or by the individual themselves. The Council includes commissioning bodies either paying the homecare provider or providing direct payments to the service users. They have the right to buy and manage their own care package and choose their own care provider.

Castlerock Healthcare  understand the true meaning of supported  living home and as a result our care services are flexible to accommodate changes in  times of delivery or frequency. We believe in tailoring a package to  meet your needs or the needs of your friend or loved one.

Castlerock Recruitment Group is always looking for individuals who have a caring nature and a real interest in supporting people. If you enjoy looking after others and have a flexible approach to work involving daytime, evening and weekend hours, we would love to hear from you. Start your challenging but truly rewarding career in care today!

What does a job in Retail Merchandising involve?

Merchandisers are the unsung heroes of the retail industry. Whilst plenty of businesses employ their own staff to carry out merchandising work, plenty of others don’t, because these businesses recognise that Retail Merchandisers can offer a lot more efficiency and value for money in store. Jobs in retail merchandising offer lots of variety, socialising and travel options.

Retail Merchandisers don’t just work on the shop floor. Merchandisers who are permanently based at one company will be expected to plan trading strategies and sales forecasts, possessing good number skills to work with buyers and finance departments. Analysing the popularity of certain lines and being one step ahead of upcoming trends also means a good business head is essential.

Retail Merchandisers can also be employed by an external agency, working on contract in teams up and down the country. These Retail Merchandisers will visit stores for a short period of time when the company is implementing a new store format or undergoing a seasonal changeover. To work as a temporary or contract Retail Merchandiser, you must have excellent team working skills to bond with your colleagues and merge seamlessly with the store’s existing staff, as well being sociable, approachable and professional at all times.

Jobs in Retail Merchandising are very flexible, and due to the scale of some store format and changeover plans, evenings, nights and weekend work is nearly always compulsory. If you are working on contract for a retail merchandising agency, you will be expected to travel the country and stay in temporary accommodation. Employment in a retail environment is normally essential for a job in retail merchandising, but it is desirable to have at least some experience of a customer facing role. The job is also physically demanding, so some familiarity with roles that involve lifting, moving, pushing and pulling is ideal.

Fancy joining something special? We are one of the leading agencies supplying Retail Merchandisers to major retailers up and down the country. Take a look at what Retail Merchandising jobs we have to offer.