Senior Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and innovative team dedicated to supporting adults with learning disabilities. As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in developing support plans and mentoring fellow Support Workers. This position offers a chance to make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying a regular monthly salary and various benefits. With flexible working hours, generous annual leave, and opportunities for career progression, this role is perfect for those passionate about social care and eager to grow in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

28 days annual leave

Employee support line

Free training

Contributory pension scheme

Free DBS check

Cycle to Work Scheme

Retail discounts

Well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• Previous experience in social care is essential; senior role experience is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing support plans and mentoring the team.
• Support individuals in achieving personal goals using a person-centred approach.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Compassion

Problem Solving

Self-Motivation

Education

Experience in Social Care

Job description

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Job Title: Senior Support Worker

Location: Lexden Colchester

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Salary: £26.50

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Additional Information: Full UK driving Licence is preferred but not essential.

Are you looking to progress your career in Social Care, with the security of a regular monthly salary? Maybe you have worked as a Care Assistant before and are seeking a change, or perhaps you've always wanted to make a difference in people's lives.

We are extremely proud of the work we do and are currently seeking new talent. We invite you to join our team.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Support Worker at Thera East, you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability.

You will assist the Senior Management Team in developing support plans, setting goals & objectives, ensuring health and safety, and mentoring your team of Support Workers.

Using a person-centred approach, you will help create innovative ways to support individuals in achieving their personal goals.

The support provided will vary depending on each person's ambitions, including helping develop new skills, providing personal and emotional support, assisting with planning and managing their own homes, and supporting leisure, interests, and travel. Support may be provided in their own homes or out in the community.

About Thera:

• Thera is unique: led by people with a learning disability.
• Our vision: to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society.
• Our approach: using a person-centred approach to empower people with a learning disability to live the lives they choose.

Who are we looking for?

• Previous experience in social care is essential; a senior role experience is desirable.
• Compassionate, caring, and confident.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter with high motivation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; confident, articulate, and professional.
• Keen to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems.
• Aligned with our values and vision, and eager to have fun!

What are the benefits?

• Annualised hours with guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles, plus overtime opportunities.
• Flexible working hours for work-life balance.
• Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to checks).
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro-rata).
• Employee support line for you and your family.
• Free nationally accredited training and career progression opportunities.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Free DBS check.
• Refer a friend and earn up to £.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Well-being initiatives.
• Access to retail discounts including a discounted health cash plan.
• Employee Council representing staff views on work matters.