Male Senior Support Worker

crooton; Bridport; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support service provider in Weymouth is seeking a Male Senior Support Worker/Practice Leader to enhance person-centred support for individuals with learning disabilities. The role emphasizes teamwork, leadership, and promoting individual well-being while maintaining compliance with safeguarding and care regulations. Candidates should possess experience and knowledge in the field and be flexible in their working hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
• Knowledge of care regulations and safeguarding practices.
• Ability to lead and make decisions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support a team of support workers.
• Promote the well-being and choice of individuals.
• Ensure compliance with policies and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Experience supporting people with learning disabilities

Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and care regulations

Excellent communication, leadership, organisational, and decision-making skills

Confidence in using digital systems (e.g. Excel, care planning software)

Flexible working hours, willingness to travel locally and work across multiple locations

Job description

Job Title:Male Senior Support Worker/Practice Leader

Location:Weymouth, Dorset

Contract:Permanent

Hours:Full Time - 39 hours per week ( rota based over 7 days)

Salary: £28,103.98

Additional Information:A full UK driving licence & access to your own vehicle is essential.

Empower People. Inspire Teams.

At Thera South West, we believe people with a learning disability should be leaders in society. We are looking for a Male Senior Support Worker/Practice Leaderto assist in mentoring Support Workers, focusing on person-centred support. You and your team will encourage people to live the life that they choose, ensuring that they have choice and control around the planning and delivery of their support, enabling them to achieve their desired lifestyle and goals, maximising their community inclusion and participation.

As aMale Senior Support Worker/Practice Leader,your responsibilities will focus on improving outcomes for individuals, ensuring choice and control in support delivery, and maintaining a safe environment. The role involves promoting emotional and psychological well-being and continuous improvement through feedback. You will support people to maintain a safe, clean environment which may include but not be limited to personal care, assisting with finances, preparing meals and accessing the community.

You will also support individual emotional, psychological and social wellbeing needs in line with and Positive Behaviour Support guidance. The role requires you to have a flexible approach to working shifts and maintaining records in line with company policies. At all times aim to empower individuals, promote inclusion, rights & independence, whilst adhering to policies and acting as an ambassador for the company

Thera’s Vision

• Thera will show that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society.
• Thera will be controlled by people with a learning disability.
• People supported by Thera can say how their Thera company is directed and managed.
• People with a learning disability will design the support they want from Thera.
• Thera will respect the rights and wishes of people at work, at home and in the community.
• People with a learning disability will check the quality of support from their Thera company.
• Thera Group will be led by a charity

Skills & Experience required for a Male Senior Support Worker/Practice Leader

• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and care regulations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organisational, and decision-making skills.
• Confidence in using digital systems (e.g. Excel, care planning software).
• Flexible working hours, willingness to travel locally and work across multiple locations.
• Please see the attached Benefits and Job Description before applying.

If you’re ready to lead by example, create positive change, and contribute to a thriving,supportive environment,we would love to hear from you!Apply Nowto join our dedicated team and make a difference.

Thera is an equal opportunities employer that promotes diversity within our workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of sexual orientation, race, age, gender, disability, religion or belief.

All posts are subject to DBS checks.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. For this role, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including those that would otherwise be spent.

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