Senior Support Worker

Beyond Limits; Taunton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Senior Support Worker to support Tommy in leading a fulfilling life. This rewarding role requires resilience, a positive approach, and a commitment to developing leadership skills. You will receive extensive training and development opportunities, making a real difference in Tommy's life.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Award-winning pension scheme

Company sick pay scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Critical illness cover

Life insurance

Comprehensive induction program

Ongoing high-quality training

Career development opportunities

Meaningful impact on someone's life

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with substance misuse.
• Knowledge of Autism beneficial.
• Willingness to develop leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the team leader and provide support to the team.
• Build a trusting relationship with Tommy.
• Flexible in approach and ready to lead when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Flexibility

Non-judgmental approach

Humour

Job description

Calling all Support Workers willing to take a step forward and become a vital part of Tommy's team. Tommy would love to have you onboard for the adventure of living his life.

Contract Hours: Full Time

Closing Date: 01/07/2025

Reference: SE/CL

Essential for this job: Experience working with individuals with a history of substance misuse, and some knowledge of Autism would be beneficial.

Tommy currently has a team supporting him, but he needs a Senior Support Worker to assist the team leader and team when necessary. The right candidate will be able to step into a leadership role when called upon.

You might already have some leadership experience or be looking to develop your leadership skills. Regardless of where you are in your career, we need someone resilient. In return, we offer full training, reflective support, supervision, and development opportunities to help you become the best version of yourself, enabling you to support Tommy effectively.

As part of the team, flexibility is essential. You will receive specific training tailored to the team and must use all your skills to develop a positive, trusting relationship with Tommy. Building trust takes time, but with the right approach, you'll succeed and find this role highly rewarding once you get to know him.

Ideally, you will:

• Be seeking the next step in your career
• Be committed to staying in the role long-term
• Take a non-judgemental approach to your work
• Understand that Tommy's life experiences have shaped him
• Have a good sense of humour
• Be flexible and reliable
• Want to make a real difference in Tommy's life
• Value inclusion principles

Benefits:

• Competitive salaries
• Award-winning pension scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Generous annual leave allowance, including top-up pay
• Critical illness cover
• Life insurance for your family's reassurance
• Comprehensive induction program
• Ongoing high-quality training
• Career development opportunities
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in someone's life

Note: Sponsorship is currently on hold for this role.

We are committed to safeguarding and follow robust recruitment procedures, including reference checks and DBS clearance. A DBS check will be required if offered the position, with costs borne by the employee but reimbursed after successful completion of a 6-month probation period.