Senior Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Kilbirnie; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading independent provider in neuro and mental healthcare as a Senior Support Worker in Kilbirnie. This role involves supporting adults on the Autistic Spectrum in a tranquil setting, ensuring they enjoy independence while receiving necessary care. You'll lead shifts, maintain care plans, and provide personal care, all while being part of a supportive community. The company values training and development, offering various perks including a birthday day off, enhanced sick pay, and a comprehensive health plan. This position is ideal for compassionate individuals looking to make a real difference.

Benefits

Birthday Day Off

Access to Active Learning Hub

Active Reward App for Discounts

Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Medicash Health Plan

Recognition through Active Awards

Enhanced Sick and Maternity Pay

Refer a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Passion for care and supporting clients with daily activities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting clients with daily activities and personal care.
• Leading shifts and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.
• Ensuring clients feel safe and stable.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Ability to Manage Challenging Situations

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 SVQ or QCF Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

Come and join one of the UK’s largest independent providers in neuro and mental healthcare. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

We are NOT able to support international candidates who are not able to work in the UK without needing sponsorship.

We'd like you to join us as a Senior Support Worker at our service Moorpark in Kilbirnie.

Moorpark Place is a specialist supported living service for adults on the Autistic Spectrum. Located in a peaceful setting in Kilbirnie, North Ayrshire, we provide supportive, therapeutic care.

The layout at Moorpark Place is unique, comprising 25 individual houses set in their own grounds with shared facilities, allowing residents to enjoy independence while being part of a small community. We support those who need help with daily tasks and managing their own homes, aiming to enable an enjoyable and engaging life both on and off-site.

Moorpark Place is calm and tranquil, with a large grassed area and a sensory walled garden for relaxation and sensory engagement.

What you'll be working:

Moorpark operates 24/7, 365 days a year, with shifts typically from 8am to 8pm or 8pm to 8am. Some support packages include sleepovers.

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting clients with daily activities
• Leading shifts and maintaining appropriate staffing levels
• Supporting care plans and establishing routines
• Ensuring up-to-date risk assessments and person-centered plans are in place and reviewed
• Ensuring clients feel safe and stable
• Providing personal care
• Covering all aspects of the support worker role as needed
• Attending mandatory training
• Administering medication (if required)
• Supporting clients with physical disabilities using trained techniques and aids

What you'll have:

• A passion for care
• Desirable: Level 3 SVQ or QCF Diploma in Health & Social Care, or willingness to work towards
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Leadership skills
• Ability to manage challenging situations
• Ability to respond fairly to employee issues
• Successful candidates will undergo an Enhanced PVG check

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and are a Disability Confident employer.

What to look forward to:

• A birthday day off
• Access to the Active Learning Hub for training and development
• Active Reward App for discounts
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App
• Medicash Health Plan for you and your family
• Recognition through the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced sick and maternity pay benefits
• Refer a Friend scheme earning up to £1000
• Support and guidance from clinical and leadership teams to develop your career