Senior Support Worker

Careline Lifestyles - Wilkinson Park; Harbottle; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£13.63 per hour

Permanent, full-time contract

Professional development

Health & wellbeing benefits

Free on-site parking

Uniform provided

Company pension

Job summary

Durham Careline seeks a Senior Support Worker to join our on-site team at Harbottle, Morpeth. You will support the Nurse in Charge, supervise Support Workers and ensure safe, person-centred care for residents with complex needs.

The role includes personal care, mobility support, medication administration, activity planning and MDT participation, while maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety. A compassionate, patient leader with calm professionalism is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting residents with complex needs and challenging behaviours.
• Ability to supervise and guide Support Workers.
• Experience in personal care, mobility support, and medication administration.
• Strong communication and empathetic patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support Support Workers, maintaining high care standards.
• Provide person-centred support to residents with complex needs.
• Safely administer medication and maintain records.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Develop and review care plans and risk assessments.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Care planning

Medication administration

Job description

Location: On site / Harbottle, Morpeth NE65 7DP, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Medical & Healthcare | Healthcare Assistants
HourlyFixed salary:£ 13.63

Senior Support Worker

please note this location is not accessible via public transport, you must have your own reliable transport

JOB TYPE: PERMANENT / ON-SITE

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Senior Support Worker to join our team.

As a Senior Support Worker, you will play an important role in supporting the Nurse in Charge and providing guidance to our Support Workers, helping to ensure that the people we support receive safe, high-quality and person-centred care.

Our residents have a range of complex needs, including acquired brain injuries, neurological conditions, mental health needs, learning disabilities and physical disabilities. Some individuals may also display behaviours that can be challenging, so we are looking for someone who is confident, patient and able to respond calmly and professionally when situations arise.

The role is varied and can include personal care, mobility support, medication, daily activities and supporting residents to maintain their independence and dignity. You will work closely with colleagues, families and healthcare professionals to provide the best possible support to those in our care.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support Support Workers, helping to maintain high standards of care.
• Provide person-centred support to residents with a range of complex needs.
• Support individuals who may present with behaviours that can be challenging, following their care plans and agreed support strategies.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities where required, always promoting dignity, choice and independence.
• Safely administer medication and maintain accurate medication records.
• Help develop and review care plans, risk assessments and support plans.
• Support residents with mobility and physical disabilities.
• Organise and encourage participation in activities, outings and meaningful occupation.
• Attend MDT meetings and contribute to care planning and reviews.
• Work alongside nurses, healthcare professionals, families and other members of the support team.
• Record incidents and report any changes or concerns regarding residents' wellbeing.
• Support mealtimes and assist residents where required.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, health and safety.
• Medication training and demonstrable competence in the safe handling and administration of medication – essential.
• Previous experience working within a health or social care setting.
• Experience providing personal care and supporting individuals with daily living needs.
• Experience of supporting individuals with complex needs and/or behaviours that can be challenging.
• A caring, patient and empathetic approach.
• The ability to remain calm and professional in different situations.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership and support other Support Workers.
• A commitment to promoting dignity, independence and person-centred care.

About Us

At Durham Careline, we are a family-run specialist provider of residential and nursing care, dedicated to supporting adults with acquired brain injuries, neurological conditions, mental health needs, learning disabilities and complex physical disabilities.

Our focus is on empowering people to live life to the fullest, maintain their identity and improve their quality of life.

Benefits of Working for Durham Careline

• £13.63 per hour
• Permanent, full-time contract with guaranteed hours
• Support for professional development and career progression
• Access to a range of health and wellbeing benefitsFree on-site parking
• Uniform provided
• Company pension scheme

Additional Information

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required.