Male Senior Support Worker - The Chantry (LE3)

Accomplish; Leicester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A care service organization in Leicester seeks a Senior Support Worker to lead a team and provide high-quality care for individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in care, strong communication skills, and a compassionate approach. The role includes assisting with daily living tasks and ensuring care plans are implemented effectively.

Benefits

5.6 weeks of annual leave

Fully paid Enhanced DBS check

Various QCF qualifications for development

Wellbeing and engagement hub

Discount scheme for Health and Social Care Employees

NEST Pension Scheme

Competitive pay as a Real Living Wage employer

£500 Referral Bonus

Paid onboarding program

Qualifications

• Must have either experience as a Senior Support Worker or 3+ years as a Support Worker.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Compassionate and patient approach necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to a team ensuring high-quality care.
• Promote independence and well-being of individuals.
• Assist with daily tasks and care plans.

Skills

Experience in care

Proficiency in IT

Compassion and initiative

Cooking and daily living tasks assistance

Education

Experience as a Senior Support Worker/Team Leader or 3+ years as a Support Worker

Tools

Full UK driving license

Job description

Package Description

ROLE: Senior Support Worker

LOCATION: The Chantry, LE3

SALARY: £13.60 - £14.20* per hour

HOURS: 42 hours a week

SHIFTS: 8:00AM - 3:00PM / 3:00PM - 10:00PM / 10:00PM - 8:00AM / 8:00AM - 10:00PM

About The Chantry

At The Chantry we support people to develop coping techniques, which makes a noticeable difference to their everyday lives. We understand the importance of providing person-centred support that enables independence and meets each individual’s specific needs. Through our outcomes focused approach, we support people to maintain choice and control of their own lives. We provide 24 hour support in a homely environment for up to 13 adults with Learning Disabilities and Mental Health needs.

What we are looking for in a candidate

We seeking candidates with experience in care, particularly with learning disabilities and mental health. The ideal person is proficient in IT, a proactive "go-getter," and able to assist with cooking and daily living tasks. They should combine compassion, initiative, and practical skills to support individuals effectively.

The candidate must possess either experience in a similar role or three years as a support worker.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of Support Workers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care to adults in supported living environments.
• Promote independence, dignity, and well-being for individuals with a variety of care needs.
• Support individuals with daily tasks such as personal care, household duties, budgeting, and accessing community activities.
• Assist with the development and implementation of individual care plans.
• Liaise with external agencies and professionals to ensure individuals receive the best possible care.
• Take part in team meetings, supervision sessions, and provide coaching and mentoring to Support Workers.

Key Requirements

• Must have experience as a Senior Support Worker/Team Leader OR minimum of 3+ years experience as a Support Worker in an adult care setting.
• A Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A compassionate, patient, and empathetic approach to working with vulnerable adults.
• Experience in supervising or leading a team.

Why join us

• Annual Leave - Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.
• DBS Check Paid - Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.
• Qualifications & Career Development - Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.
• Circle - Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.
• Amazing Discount Scheme - at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
• NEST Pension Scheme - Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• Fair & Competitive Pay - At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.
• £500 Referral Bonus - Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
• Full Induction & Introductory Programme - Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys Group

Keys Group supports over 2,500 individuals across England and Wales through its three divisions: Accomplish, providing specialist residential, supported living, and accommodation for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and brain injuries; Keys, offering education and care for children and families through schools, children’s homes, supported accommodation, and family assessment centres; and Peak, delivering indoor and outdoor adventure activities across four UK centres, including bespoke education programs and confidence-building activities like bushcraft, climbing, and canoeing.

Keys Group are very proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant that means we have made a commitment to welcoming service personnel, veterans and military families into the group. We are delighted to have veteran friendly policies, offer a Veterans Peer Support Network within our teams and are able to offer Military Awareness and support to our colleagues.

As part of our commitment, we will offer a guaranteed interview to current and former service personnel providing that they meet the criteria of the role that they are applying for. If you feel that you meet the criteria for this, please ensure that you have your military experience detailed on your CV for one of our resourcing team to get in touch.

Apply now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss how you can begin your rewarding career - No agencies please

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18

*Dependent on experience and qualification

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