Staff & Training

An experienced team of staff work at Chester Lodge, boasting an enormous portfolio of skills and knowledge which enables us to offer the high standard of care that our residents need and deserve.

Our staff strive to make residents and visitors alike feel at home. Ongoing training allows staff to sharpen their skills whilst providing a comfortable and caring service for our residents. All of our staff are always willing to help so please do not hesitate to ask if you have any questions.

Our hardworking team includes:

Manager
Lead Nurse
Registered Nurses
Senior Care Assistants
Care Assistants
Chefs
Activities Coordinator
Domestic Assistants
Maintenance Assistant
Administrator

Staff training is constantly being undertaken, maintained and updated at Chester Lodge, with all staff completing mandatory training in Moving and Handling, Fire Awareness, and Adult Protection.

Care staff are either qualified or working towards their NVQ2 and NVQ3 in Care
Domestic staff are qualified or working towards their NVQ2 in Cleaning
Registered Nurses complete their PREP as required, expanding their skills for the benefit of our residents

All staff are encouraged to undertake as much training as possible, so we can offer a wide variety of expertise.

Additional training undertaken by staff recently includes:

Falls Prevention
Epilepsy
Tissue Viability
Venapuncture
Immunisation and Vaccination
End-of-Life Care
Care Pathway
Continence Promotion
Deprivation of Liberty
Syringe Driver
Preferred Places of Care

We have successfully completed the ‘Six Steps to Success, the North West End of Life Care Programme for Care Homes’. This is in conjunction with Cheshire Hospices Education and Western Cheshire PCT.

Careers

Looking to join the team at Chester Lodge Nursing Home?

Carers are required to cover either a 6-hour 8am to 2pm or 2pm to 8pm shift OR a 12-hour day from 8am-8pm.
Night carers are required to work a 12-hour shift from 8pm to 8am.

Please contact us to apply.