Senior Support Worker

Mountain Financial Printing & Design Group; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker to join their team in Carlisle. This role involves providing compassionate care to older adults in a residential setting, ensuring their physical, psychological, and social needs are met. You'll support a small team in managing a 27-bed care home, working flexibly to create a nurturing environment. Full training is provided, along with opportunities to pursue a QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Join a company committed to diversity and inclusion, making a real difference in the lives of residents.

Benefits

Probationary bonus

Pension contributions

28 days annual leave

Company-paid enhanced DBS

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in a care setting is essential.
• Willingness to work flexibly, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support management of a 27-bed residential care home.
• Assist residents with personal care activities and engage in activities.

Skills

Team Leadership

Personal Care

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 Care Qualification

QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

Are you passionate about delivering high quality, engaging, respectful, and dignified care and support to older people? If so, we are looking to recruit a passionate Senior Support Worker to join our existing management team in Carlisle.

Role Overview

1. Support the management of a small 27-bed residential care home in Carlisle.
2. Provide 24-hour support for older adults requiring additional care and support, without the need for specialist nursing care.
3. Care for residents as if they are your own family, addressing their physical, psychological, and social needs.
4. Assist residents with personal care activities, including hygiene, dressing, meals, and engaging in activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience leading a team and relevant care qualifications (Level 2 or above) are essential.
• Previous experience in a care home environment is desirable but not essential.
• Willingness to work flexibly including days, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

Additional Information

Full training is provided, along with opportunities to work towards a QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. The location is accessible via a main public transport route.

Benefits

• Probationary bonus
• Pension contributions
• 28 days annual leave
• Company-paid enhanced DBS

Evidence of vaccination is required as part of the pre-employment process.

Organisation Values

Creative Support is committed to inclusion, anti-racism, and diversity. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer, and have received the Investors in People Gold award. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and cultures.

Application Process

Apply via our website using the vacancy reference number 82483. Completed applications can be submitted online or sent to our Head Office. For assistance, contact us at 0161 236 0829.