Senior Support Worker

Unidad Educativa Bilingüe Delfos; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Senior Support Worker to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will lead the implementation of person-centred support plans, promote independence, and foster positive relationships. Your expertise will help create a nurturing environment where individuals can thrive. This position offers opportunities for personal and professional growth, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you support. If you're passionate about care and committed to making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Online GP

Health Cash Plan

Gym discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Bereavement support

Wagestream

Utility bill freeze

National Trust discounts

Online workouts

Qualifications

• Experience in providing high-quality care and support.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Implement person-centred support plans and promote independence.
• Oversee medication processes and maintain a supportive environment.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Teamwork

Job description

About The Company

Our mission is to create a nurturing and comfortable environment where the people we support receive the highest quality of care from our skilled and passionate team. Our services stand out because they reflect our core values.

Our Values:

• Supportive: promoting opportunities for everyone so they can reach their full potential.
• Ambitious: providing the best possible outcomes for the people who use our services.
• Loyal: putting the people we support and our staff at the centre of everything we do, delivering on our promises, and meeting the needs of all stakeholders.
• Unique: being ambitious and innovative about the diversity of services we provide without compromising quality.
• Transparent: being open, honest, fostering mutual respect, learning from experiences, and setting high standards.
• Engaging: working in partnership with the people we support, our staff, and stakeholders.
• Meaningful Life: encouraging everyone to be aspirational and offering opportunities.

Why choose us?

Emotional Support Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 emotional, financial, and legal support.
• Hub of Hope - access to the UK’s leading mental health database.
• Medito App - explore meditation to boost wellbeing.
• Bereavement support - licensed counselling, support groups, and resources.

Medical Support Benefits:

• Free Online GP - 24/7 access for you and your household.
• Health Cash Plan - claim back healthcare expenses.
• Cancer Cover - support with bills, therapies, and time off.
• My Menopause Centre - discounted tailored treatments.

Financial Support Benefits:

• Wagestream - flexible pay, savings, credit, loans, and benefits tracker.
• Utility bill freeze - savings up to £329/year.
• Money helper - personalised action plans.
• Life Assurance - protection from day one.

Physical Support Benefits:

• Online workouts - videos for home or gym.
• Cycle to work scheme - tax and NI savings.
• Gym discounts - up to 20% off.
• National Trust and discounted days off.

We are recognized as a Top Employer in the UK, a Top 50 Inspiring Workplace, and are a Disability Confident committed company. We employ nearly 3000 colleagues, support nearly 2000 people, and maintain high standards in our homes.

About You

About The Role:

As a Senior Support Worker, you will provide high-quality, enabling care, face new challenges, and lead with expertise to ensure success.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead the implementation of person-centred support plans.
2. Promote independence and manage risks.
3. Encourage positive relationships and lifestyles.
4. Facilitate communication and maintain records.
5. Oversee medication processes and compliance.
6. Maintain a safe, clean, supportive environment.
7. Mentor and supervise junior staff.
8. Participate in team meetings and care planning.

About You:

• Compassionate and empathetic.
• Strong communicator.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Proactive and innovative.
• Committed to diversity and inclusion.
• Team player.

Join Salutem Care and Education to help create a brighter future! Apply now and be valued for your contribution.