Senior Support Worker

Additional Resources; Redditch; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A care service provider in Redditch is seeking a Senior Support Worker to support residents in achieving independence and mentor staff. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £32,700, includes benefits and overtime. Responsibilities include personal care, assisting with health appointments, and overseeing care plans. Applicants should have relevant experience or be recent graduates in Health & Social Care.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company Pension

On-site parking

Casual dress

Training and development

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a relevant care role preferred.
• Recent Health & Social Care graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored personal care to residents.
• Assisting with health appointments and medication.
• Implementing care plans and protocols.

Skills

Experience as a Support Worker

Proficiency in English for communication

Valid UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Support Worker to join a well-established provider of specialist residential care, supports young adults with complex physical and learning disabilities in a unique, countryside-based setting.

As a Senior Support Worker, you will be supporting residents in achieving independent living, whilst leading by example and mentoring fellow care staff.

This full-time, permanent role offers a salary of £32,700 including 6 sleep-in and benefits plus overtime at £13.32 hourly rate. The role includes working 35 hours per week, including 6 sleep-in shifts (10pm - 7:30am).

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care aligned with tailored support plan.
• Assisting with health appointments and all aspects of medication.
• Encouraging choice, autonomy and social engagement within the community.
• Managing and recording residents' finances where needed.
• Supporting the Registered Manager with rota planning and team coordination.
• Acting as a key point of contact for families and professionals.
• Implementing care plans, exercises and protocols from allied health professionals.
• Overseeing cleanliness and maintenance of residents’ equipment and property.

What we are looking for

• Previously worked as a Residential Support Worker, Support Worker, Keyworker, Care worker, Care Practitioner, Therapeutic Practitioner, Care Assistant or in a similar role.
• Ideally, you will have prior care experience, but we also welcome applications from recent Health & Social Care graduates.
• Proficiency in the English language for communication and record keeping.
• Must have valid UK driving licence.
• Must hold right to work without sponsorship.

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary
• Company Pension
• On-site parking
• Casual dress
• Training and development

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Support Worker to step into a rewarding role with real impact.

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