Senior Support Worker

Beyond Limits; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Support Worker to join a dedicated team. In this fulfilling role, you'll support an intelligent and caring individual in her journey towards independence. Your creativity and spontaneity will shine as you engage in various activities, from socializing to DIY projects. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in someone's life while enjoying competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. If you're self-motivated and passionate about helping others, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Award-winning pension scheme

Company sick pay scheme

Generous annual leave with top-up pay

Critical illness cover

Life insurance

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is essential.
• Must have a Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Support Imogen in her daily activities and promote her independence.
• Handle situations calmly and confidently, especially during crises.

Skills

Empathy

Crisis Management

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Experience in Support Work

Job description

Job Title: Senior Support Worker

We are seeking a Senior Support Worker to join Imogen's team. If you enjoy bargain hunting, visiting fairs, and are creative, spontaneous, and eager to try new things, we would love to hear from you.

Contract Hours: Full time

Application Deadline: 24/05/2025

Ref Code: VA/KL

Essential Requirements:

• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car
• Flexibility to undertake waking nights as needed

About Imogen:

Imogen is an intelligent, caring woman living independently. She enjoys socialising with her local family, shopping, charity shopping, pebble art, DIY projects, car boot sales, crime documentaries, music, and musicals. She has a great sense of humor and loves to teach her team how to fix things and cook her favorite meals. Her support team must be patient, understanding, resilient, and committed to her journey towards independence. Occasionally, she may engage in risky behaviors, requiring staff to remain calm and handle situations confidently.

Ideal Candidate Traits:

• Confident and dedicated to making a positive impact
• Good listener with empathetic skills
• Ability to think quickly and stay calm in crises
• Self-motivated and team-oriented
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Benefits:

• Competitive salaries
• Award-winning pension scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Generous annual leave with top-up pay
• Critical illness cover and life insurance
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Career development opportunities
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in someone's life

Our Commitment:

We prioritize safeguarding and follow rigorous recruitment procedures, including reference checks and DBS clearance. A DBS check will be required upon employment, with costs reimbursed after a successful probation period of 6 months.