Senior Support Worker

Cygnet Care Services Limited; Chilworth; On-site; GBP 43,713,000 - 44,772,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship scheme

Cycle to Work

Employee discounts

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

The Squirrels is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities. Cygnet Care Services Limited seeks an experienced Senior Support Worker (Days) to join the team, leading the day-to-day running, supporting colleagues, and delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

The role is 42 hours per week on day shifts, with DBS check required and a commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with residents and colleagues.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a care team.
• Demonstrated empathy and patience in care settings.
• Commitment to person-centred care and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the service with management and team members.
• Provide physical and emotional support to residents.
• Assist with medical and welfare needs and report as required.
• Safeguard residents and maintain a safe, clean environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Empathy

Person-centred care

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.Ready to take the next step in your care career?At Cygnet Group, we're seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Support Worker (Days) to join our team at The Squirrels.Working 42 hours per week on day shifts only, you'll play a key role in leading high-quality care, supporting your colleagues, and helping the people we care for live fulfilling and meaningful lives.If you're committed to making a positive impact and delivering exceptional support, we'd love to hear from you.The Squirrels is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.Residents We Support:Adults from the age of 18 yearsIndividuals with a diagnosis of autism & learning disabilityMay present with behaviours that challengeMay have communication challengesMay have associated complex needsAre subjected to DoLS (Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards) or Care OrdersYour day-to-day…Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the serviceEnsure duties are allocated effectively and safelyOffer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our careProvide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional supportLearn about individuals’ specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate wayAssist with medical & welfare needs and report as requiredSafeguardMaintain a safe & clean environment for allWhy Cygnet? We’ll offer you…Salary: £14.53 Per HourOpportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship schemeFlexible working with the opportunity for overtimeRegular coaching & appraisalExpert supervision & peer supportEmployee discount savings & “Cycle to Work” schemeRecruitment referralsYou are…Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s livesAn excellent communicator & a good team playerSensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environmentPassionate about empowering & supporting service user independencePlease note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possibleWhat next?If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.Click the button to apply