Care Home Senior Support Worker

Kingsley Healthcare; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home group in Lowestoft is seeking a Senior Support Worker to join their team. The role involves recognizing residents' daily needs, conducting supervisions, and contributing to care planning. Ideal candidates will have experience in a senior care role and strong communication skills. The organization prioritizes staff wellbeing and development, making it an excellent opportunity for growth and fulfillment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a senior care role.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Empathetic and caring nature.

Responsibilities

• Recognising and facilitating the daily needs of residents.
• Conducting formal supervisions and appraisals.
• Contributing to care planning and coaching support workers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

NVQ3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

About the company

Family-owned Kingsley Healthcare is a UK top 20 ranked care home group (carehome.co.uk) employing 2,000-plus staff and supporting 1,400 residents. We have a sector-leading 4.7 Glassdoor rating and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer. Furthermore, we are proud to have been ranked Number 1 in the UK for work wellbeing in recruiter Indeed’s Better Work Awards 2023. A true testament to Kingsley’s caring ethos.

As a Senior Support Worker, you will be working as part of the care team, recognising and facilitating the daily needs of residents, conducting formal supervisions and appraisals, as well as contributing to care planning and coaching support workers. With an emphasis on high quality, the purpose of the role is to maintain the personal care needs of residents, respecting the dignity of the individual and promoting independence.

Reports to: Home Manager/Deputy Manager/Nurse

This role could be for you if:

• Previous experience in a senior care role.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Empathetic and caring nature.

Qualifications

You will have, or be working towards, NVQ3 in Health & Social Care.

What will you get from the role?

You’ll have the satisfaction of working with and being supported by an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes to help you at every step.