Senior Support Worker

Pin Point Health & Social Care; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A values-driven charity in Colchester is seeking a Senior Support Worker to lead a team ensuring high-quality support for individuals. Candidates should have experience in healthcare, strong communication skills, and hold an NVQ Level 3 in Social Care. This position offers opportunities for training and career advancement as well as varied working hours.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Career advancement

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare setting providing various levels of support.
• Strong communication and basic IT skills are essential.
• MAPA/PMVA or restrained training is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Support Workers.
• Mentor and guide less experienced colleagues.
• Update support plans based on individual needs.
• Address team concerns promptly and professionally.
• Promote core values in all aspects of work.

Skills

Healthcare support experience

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in literacy, numeracy and basic IT skills

Passion for person-centred care

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Senior Support Worker – Colchester

Salary: £13.21 - £13.52
Temp

Our client is a values-driven charity committed to making a positive impact in the lives of those we support. They pride themselves on the principles of being committed, reliable, inspirational, trustworthy, and inclusive. Believing in providing Active Support and Positive Behaviour Support to empower individuals to live life to the fullest, with their needs and choices at the centre of everything they do.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Support Workers, ensuring high performance and continuous development.
• Mentor and guide less experienced colleagues, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Maintain and update support plans, ensuring accuracy and relevance to the individual's needs.
• Act as the first point of contact for your team, addressing any issues or concerns promptly and professionally.
• Uphold and promote our clients core values in all aspects of your work.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in providing a wide range of high-quality support in a healthcare setting.
• Strong communication skills, with proficiency in literacy, numeracy and basic IT skills.
• NVQ Level 3 in Social Care or an equivalent qualification.
• A passion for delivering person-centred care and support.
• MAPA/PMVA or any other form of restrained training.
• Buccal training

What We Offer

• Days, nights, sleep-ins, weekdays.
• Training opportunities and career advancement.

If you have a passion for providing support to vulnerable individuals and meet the essential skills and qualities listed, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV via the apply button