Senior Support Worker

Orbis Education and Care; Hendy; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support services provider in Hendy seeks a passionate Senior Support Worker to assist individuals with complex needs related to autism. The role involves acting as shift leader, managing daily operations, and ensuring a person-centred approach to support. Ideal candidates will have QCF level 3 qualification and experience in positive support environments. Join our diverse team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we support.

Benefits

Eligibility for a Blue Light Card for discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme including counselling

Qualifications

• Experience in a positive support environment.
• QCF level 3 qualified.
• Experience in managing challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Act as shift leader.
• Assist in ensuring service scouring standards are maintained.
• Participate in assessment, development, and review of support and care plans.

Skills

Experience in a positive support environment

Ability to manage challenging behaviour

Knowledge of statutory regulations

Good awareness of conducting Health and Safety risk assessments

Education

QCF level 3 qualified

Job description

Overview

Are you seeking a new challenge and career development? Join our residential home, Ty Seren, as a Senior Support Worker. Support individuals with complex needs associated with autism and make a real impact. You will assist in the daily management of the home, enhance the lives of those we support, and act as a positive role model for both staff and our supported individuals.

We are looking for someone passionate about helping individuals lead fulfilling, independent lives and committed to making a daily difference. Our holistic, person-centred environment focuses on strengthening interests and aspirations. Apply now to become a vital part of our team!

Responsibilities

• Act as shift leader.
• Assist in ensuring service scouring standards are maintained.
• Participating in the on-call rota.
• Assist in reporting and evidence gathering activities.
• Work in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in assessment, development and review of support and care plans.
• Promote and celebrate homes achievements.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Experience in a positive support environment.
• QCF level 3 qualified.
• Experience in managing challenging behaviour.
• Knowledge of statutory regulations.
• Lead by example and always act as a positive role model.
• Upload company policies and standards.
• Able to understand and adhere to relevant safeguarding.
• Good awareness of conducting Health and Safety risk assessments.
• Please note: This job role involves regulated activity with adults and requires an enhanced DBS with barred list check.

Additional Information

Eligibility for a Blue Light Card for additional discounts at a range of retailers.

Employee Assistance Scheme, including Counselling, Support Sessions and access to Salary Finance services.

Orbis Education & Care is a sector-leading provider of specialist services for children and adults with complex needs associated with autism. We specialise in providing individualised placements for unique individuals. At Orbis Education and Care we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination.