Senior Support Worker

Tamfol; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Seaview in Colchester is seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker to lead a care team in a residential setting, delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

You will supervise staff, develop and review personalised care plans with residents and families, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and maintain accurate records using IT systems. Strong communication, team leadership, and practical care skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff in a care home or senior care setting.
• Strong communication with residents, families and professionals.
• Ability to lead care plan development and reviews.
• Familiarity with care recording and IT systems.
• Experience with budgeting related to services and activities.
• Valid driving license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support care staff to deliver person-centered care.
• Lead development and review of personalised care plans with residents and families.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assist with daily activities including medication administration and mobility support.
• Monitor residents' well-being and respond professionally.
• Mentor and supervise staff to promote best practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation using care IT systems.
• Manage budgets related to service users’ money, catering, and activities.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

BSL (Basic)

Care planning

Record keeping (IT)

Budget management

Job description

Seaview provides support services for adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Learning Disabilities.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Senior Support Worker to join our dynamic care team. In this vital role, you will lead and supervise support staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to individuals in a care home setting. Your leadership will foster a positive environment where residents feel valued, safe, and supported.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support support workers to deliver person-centered care aligned with individual needs and preferences
• Lead the development, review, and implementation of personalised care plans in collaboration with residents, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, policies, and procedures within the care home environment
• Assist with daily activities such as medication administration, personal hygiene support, and mobility assistance when necessary
• Monitor residents’ well-being closely, responding promptly to any changes or concerns with professionalism and empathy
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and supervision to support staff to promote best practices and continuous improvement
• Maintain accurate documentation of care activities, incidents, and communication logs using IT systems designed for healthcare settings
• Manage budgets relating to service users’ money, catering, and activities

Requirements

• Proven experience working in a care home or senior care environment with supervisory or leadership responsibilities
• Strong communication skills to effectively liaise with residents, families, colleagues, and external professionals
• Ability to supervise staff effectively while fostering a positive team atmosphere
• Valid driving license preferred for transportation needs within the community or care facility
• Experience in creating and managing care plans tailored to individual needs
• Competency in using IT systems for record keeping and reporting purposes
• Supervising experience demonstrating leadership qualities such as motivation, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Basic British Sign Language (BSL) skills desirable, supporting effective communication with D/deaf or hard-of-hearing residents
• Supportive team environment

Benefits

• Holiday pay and pension scheme
• Health & wellbeing support, including employee assistance programme and mental health first aid

Oaks Health Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DBS checking and references will be undertaken in line with government regulations and recruitment best practices.

Please note: this role does not offer a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS), and we are unable to sponsor visa applications. Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK, which will be verified as part of our recruitment process.

Join us if you’re passionate about delivering exceptional care with enthusiasm and professionalism! We value energetic leaders who are committed to making a real difference in the lives of those they support.