Senior Support Worker

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Senior Support Worker, where you can truly make a difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities. This exciting role not only offers the chance to develop your career but also allows you to engage in fun activities like trips to the cinema and zoo. With a commitment to professional development and a fully funded training program, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills while supporting individuals to live fulfilling lives. If you are passionate about care and ready to inspire others, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Getting paid to go to the Zoo

Getting paid to go to the Cinema

Genuine progression opportunities

DBS & Social Care Wales Registration paid for

Fully funded professional qualifications

Dedicated induction programme

Bespoke training for complex needs

Enhancements for some Bank Holidays

Generous annual leave entitlement

Company mobile phone

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care required.
• Experience as a Senior Support Worker preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Manager in managing the team and service.
• Ensure compliance and safety for service users.
• Encourage independence and community engagement.

Skills

Senior Support Worker Experience

Resilience

Personal Care

Team Management

Community Engagement

Education

NVQ or QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Willingness to work towards Level 5

Job description

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Are you looking to step up into a leadership role, or are you looking for a new service to develop your skills? Do you want a full-time permanent job where you can really make a difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities? No two days are the same, and getting paid to go to the Cinema and the Zoo are certainly perks to the job!!

This EXCITING role working alongside an experienced service manager will develop your skills whilst overseeing a cluster of services.

I am recruiting a CARING and PASSIONATE Senior Support Worker to join a Residential Service for Adults with Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs. The service, which is located in Pembroke Dock, supports adults aged between 18 - 65.
The service is looking for candidates with a caring nature and the ability to have fun and engage with the people they support.

• Hours: Full Time 39 hours a week
• Contract: Permanent
• Shifts: Various shifts and on call
• Location: Pembroke Dock

This is a good opportunity for those looking to take the next step in their career from a Support Worker role, previous management experience is not essential, as full training will be provided.

Benefits of the Senior Support Worker role:

• Getting paid to go to the Zoo and the Cinema, amongst many other activities!!
• Genuine progression opportunities
• DBS & Social Care Wales Registration paid for.
• Opportunity to complete professional qualifications - FULLY FUNDED!
• Dedicated induction programme with your line manager
• Range of bespoke training to equip staff with the skills needed to work with people with various complex needs
• Professional and recognised Health and Social Care development opportunities
• Enhancements for some Bank Holidays
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Fully paid training and support to achieve QCF qualification
• Company mobile phone
• Access to the Independent Employee Assistance Programme

As a Senior Support Worker, you will be responsible for the following:

• Support the Manager and have joint responsibility for managing the team and the service.
• Planning rotas, management of staff teams,
• Ensuring compliance within the service.
• Encouraging independence and supporting individuals to make their own choices.
• Ensuring the safety of the service users.
• Following care plans for each individual.
• Taking service users out into the community.
• Participating in activities such as arts, crafts, gardening, and day trips.
• Varying levels of personal care.

Requirements for a Senior Support Worker:

• NVQ or QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care and willing to work towards Level 5
• Senior Support Worker Experience
• Must be resilient.
• Drivers ESSENTIAL due to the nature of the role
• Candidates must be happy to do personal care.

Can you provide the best specialist support to the people within this service whilst inspiring them to live happy, healthy, and meaningful lives, whilst having a whole lot of fun?

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