Lead Support Worker - Flexible Shifts, Driver, Growth

Nightingale Hammerson; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated care provider in Bury St Edmunds is seeking a Lead Support Worker to provide support and guidance to a team, ensuring excellent care for individuals with learning disabilities and autism. Duties include mentoring staff, maintaining care records, and directly involving service users in their support plans. The position requires a full UK driving licence and a proactive attitude. Offering competitive compensation and various benefits, this role is ideal for passionate individuals.

Benefits

Competitive salary

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Occupational sick pay scheme

Bonus for recommending a friend

Development programme for career progression

Discounts and cashback on shopping

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK driving licence.
• Experience in a leadership or mentoring capacity.
• Knowledge of compliance systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support a team of staff ensuring high-level support.
• Maintain record-keeping for support needs.
• Coach frontline staff to develop necessary skills.

Skills

Experience in a senior / lead support worker role

Knowledge of compliance systems

Values-driven individual supporting learning disabilities and autism

Organised, proactive, and a great team player

Full UK driving licence and own vehicle

Job description

A dedicated care provider in Bury St Edmunds is seeking a Lead Support Worker to provide support and guidance to a team, ensuring excellent care for individuals with learning disabilities and autism. Duties include mentoring staff, maintaining care records, and directly involving service users in their support plans. The position requires a full UK driving licence and a proactive attitude. Offering competitive compensation and various benefits, this role is ideal for passionate individuals.