Senior Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Hartlepool; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization that values your dedication and passion for enhancing the quality of life for individuals. As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a pivotal role in fostering independence among those you support while leading a dynamic team in a welcoming environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, with a commitment to your professional growth through excellent training and development programs. If you are eager to contribute positively and grow your career in a supportive setting, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Enhanced evening and weekend pay

Premium overtime rates

Wagestream access

Funded Blue Light Card

24/7/365 doctor line

Cash plans for colleagues and families

Enhanced retirement leave

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior Support Worker is essential.
• Experience working with individuals requiring enhanced support.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager with day-to-day supervision and management.
• Support individuals in managing their finances and daily lives.
• Induct new colleagues and allocate shifts.

Skills

Senior Support Work Experience

Health & Social Care Level 3

Support for Mental Health Conditions

Support for Autism

Support for Acquired Brain Injury

Support for Trauma

Education

Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

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Typical Shifts are: Day shifts

Join Voyage Care and Feel Valued, we reward your dedication with:

• Enhanced evening and weekend pay at an additional 50p per hour (Ts & Cs apply)
• Premium overtime rates at an additional £1 per hour (Ts & Cs apply)
• Wagestream giving you the flexibility to draw upon up to 40% of your pay, as it is earned.
• Funded Blue Light Card with hundreds of discounts at high street retailers etc.
• 24/7/365 doctor line for our colleagues and their families
• Access to cash plans for our colleagues, which also covers their families
• Enhanced retirement leave
• Long service awards

Senior Support Workers with a passion for enhancing the quality of life of the people we support are at the heart of our management teams. We’re searching for a dedicated Senior Support Worker to join us in leading our residential service in Hartlepool. This service offers a welcoming and friendly environment with a dynamic team supporting a fantastic group of people!

As a Senior Support Worker, you'll help people gain more independence in their daily lives, assist the Manager with the day-to-day supervision and management of the service, allocate shifts, book training, induct new colleagues, support supervision, order medication, and support individuals in managing their finances. You will always remember why you chose this role, as our Seniors are central to providing day-to-day support.

This role is ideal for someone eager to make a meaningful difference, whether by helping colleagues grow in confidence or supporting individuals to achieve their independence and goals.

We look for Senior Support Workers with the right experience and values. Candidates should have previous experience as a Senior Support Worker, a Level 3 in Health & Social Care, and experience working with individuals requiring enhanced support, including behaviors of distress, mental health conditions, acquired brain injury, autism, and trauma.

Why choose us?

We embrace diversity and encourage you to Be You. If you have the passion to improve lives, we will provide the skills and development opportunities to build a rewarding career.

Our excellent training programme supports your growth from induction through your career, with opportunities for promotion, progression, and job security in a sector-leading organization.

Don't hesitate to apply today and make a real difference in the lives of those we support!

All applicants and subsequent job offers will be subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references.