Experienced Senior Support Worker - Driver Preferred

Aspirations Care Ltd; Colchester; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Colchester seeks two experienced Senior Support Workers to deliver outstanding care for individuals with learning disabilities. This role offers career development opportunities, a supportive team environment, and competitive benefits, including bonuses and professional training.

Benefits

28 days paid annual leave

Pension Scheme with NEST

DBS paid for by Aspirations

Access to Aspirations Perks

CPD Accredited induction

Smart Health App

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a care or support role.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of care and support.
• Lead and inspire team for effective service delivery.
• Maintain accurate records and promote independence.

Skills

Team Leadership

Person-Centred Care

IT Skills

Safeguarding Knowledge

Passion for Care

Job description

Experienced Senior Support Worker - Driver Preferred

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Experienced Senior Support Workers - Driver Preferred

Location Colchester

Salary £13.26 per hour

Hours 37.5 hours per week (Full-time)

Must be happy to work weekends when needed.

About the Role

We are looking for two experienced Senior Support Workers to join our Colchester team at Aspirations Care.

You will be responsible for inspiring and supporting our dedicated teams to deliver outstanding care services to individuals with moderate to severe learning disabilities.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering career development , professional training, and the chance to make a real difference in people’s lives. ️

Requirements

Previous experience as a Senior Support Worker

Key Responsibilities

• ???? Provide the highest standards of care and support in all aspects of daily life.
• Lead and inspire the team to ensure services are Well-led, Safe, Caring, Effective, and Responsive.
• Support individuals to be active members of their communities, and help them access education, work, and leisure opportunities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records (both electronic and paper-based).
• Complete, review, and update person-centred risk assessments.
• ️ Promote health, safety, and well-being while encouraging positive risk-taking.
• Deliver Person-Centred Active Support practices.
• Promote independence, choice, and dignity in all aspects of care.
  
  
  

Must-Haves

️ Minimum 3 years’ experience in a care or support role

️ Strong IT skills (Word, email)

️ Experience supervising staff and managing records

️ Good understanding of safeguarding, health & safety, and person-centred care

️ Passion for enabling people to live fulfilling, independent lives

Benefits

2x salary life cover (up to state pension age)

Access to Aspirations Perks - discounts at supermarkets and retail stores

???? Smart Health App - 24/7 GP access for you and your family

Optional overtime available

DBS paid for by Aspirations

£500 refer-a-friend bonus

CPD Accredited induction and ongoing professional development

Apprenticeships and specialist learning opportunities

️ 28 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays)

Pension Scheme with NEST

About Aspirations Care

Since 2004, Aspirations Care has supported adults with learning disabilities, mental health issues, and autism to achieve a lifestyle that matters to them.

We are committed to equal opportunities and safeguarding vulnerable adults. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.

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