Senior Support Worker

Jupiter Recruitment; Birchfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rotas 4 weeks in advance

Regular overtime opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Supportive management and career paths

Holiday pot access

Job summary

Jupiter Recruitment is seeking a Senior Support Worker in West Bromwich to provide high-quality, person-centered support for a young person with complex needs in a residential setting. The role demands patience, empathy and the ability to build strong relationships with the individual and their family.

The successful candidate will hold an NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care and have experience in similar environments.

Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Experience in complex care or residential settings is desirable.
• Ability to lead a small team on duty and coordinate daily routine.

Responsibilities

• Lead the small team on duty and organise daily routine.
• Use positive support and de-escalation techniques.
• Implement daily care and support plans for the young person.
• Record logs, incident reports and manage medication.
• Coordinate with social workers, therapists and family.
• Plan activities to promote independence and learning.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

De-escalation

Relationship building

Care planning

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 Health & Social Care

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a committed Senior Support Worker to provide high quality, person centered support to a young individual with complex care and support needs within a residential care setting in West Bromwich, West Midlands area. You will be working for one of UK's leading children's healthcare providers

We are looking for people who genuinely want to make a positive difference to the life of the individual they support. The right person will be patient, understanding and willing to build a trusting relationship, while being there for the individual through both their good and more challenging days

As a Senior Support Worker your key duties include:

• Lead the small team on duty, organize the daily routine, and make sure the home runs smoothly and safely
• Use positive support and calm de-escalation techniques to safely handle difficult situations and intense behaviours
• Put the young person's daily care and support plans into action, focusing on their specific complex needs
• Write accurate daily logs, fill out incident reports, and safely manage and administer medication
• Speak and coordinate regularly with social workers, therapists, and the young person's family
• Plan fun, everyday activities that help the young person learn new skills, gain independence, and thrive

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Previous experience in complex care, homecare, supported living, residential care, nursing care or a similar environment is desirable
• Experience supporting individuals with complex care or support needs
• A caring, compassionate and patient approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build professional and trusting relationships with individuals and their families

**To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care + experience working in a similar role and setting**

The successful Senior Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £28,080 - £37,440 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 36-48 hours a week on days & nights. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Rotas 4 weeks in advance
• Regular opportunities for overtime
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive management and clear career progression opportunities
• Access to your holiday pot at any time, releasing the funds when you need them most
• 24/7 support, with somebody always on hand to advise and help

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