Senior Support Worker

Potens UK; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 16,024 - 22,823; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous sleep in allowance

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development opportunities

Exclusive employee benefits

Job summary

A national provider of health and social services is seeking a Senior Support Worker in Weymouth. You will support children with learning difficulties and engage them in daily activities, ensuring their care plans are effectively implemented. Responsibilities include staff supervision and participation in an on-call system. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of experience as a Support Worker, possess strong communication skills, and hold a valid driving licence. Competitive hourly rate of up to £14.10, with comprehensive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Must have a full manual or automatic licence due to service needs.
• Experience with children or adults with learning disabilities or autism is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support staff induction, training and development.
• Contribute to young person’s care plans and risk assessments.
• Participate in the on-call system for the home.
• Assist children with daily tasks and promote their independence.
• Engage children in fun activities and learning.

Skills

Experience as a Support Worker

Good communication skills

Ability to multitask

Positive attitude under pressure

Education

Minimum one year of experience working in social care

Job description

We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity here at Potens for a Senior Support Worker!

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role.

Must be a driver with a full (not provisional) manual or automatic licence due to service needs.

Apple Tree House is a residential, Ofsted Registered ‘Good’ children’s service situated on the outskirts of Weymouth, Dorset. Here we support 4 children aged 8 to 18.

Apple Tree House has been carefully adapted to provide specialist accommodation for children and young people with moderate to severe learning difficulties, autism, ADHD and associated behavioural challenges.

What we’ll give you:

We will ensure you are rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to:

• Up to £14.10 per hour depending on experience. Generous sleep in allowance.
• 40 hours per week, shifts will include a variety of days, evenings, nights and weekends.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Confidential, supportive Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/7.
• Paid comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future – including internal leadership competency sessions and recognised qualifications (level 2 to level 5 NVQ in Health & Social Care).
• Access to attractive and exclusive employee benefits including savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses.

What you’ll be doing:

• You will support a team of staff members, ensuring their induction, training and development through mentoring and on-the-job supervisions.
• You will be contributing to the young person’s care plans, risk assessments, their review and implementation to provide effective strategies to assist the young people we support to achieve their identified outcomes.
• You will be part of an on-call system for the home, along with the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager.
• Our young people have a mix of interests and different levels of independence; you will be supporting with daily tasks to increase their confidence levels and everyday skills.
• You will support the children to have fun and engage in learning.
• You will be cooking, cleaning and supporting with everyday tasks, depending on the child’s ability. Personal care will also be involved.
• We make the most of being close to the seaside and local amenities. We enjoy days out together, shopping, visiting the cinema and take part in and encourage the children’s interests.
• 40 hours per week, shifts will include 7 am to 2 pm, 2 pm to 9 pm and Waking Nights 9 pm to 9 am. Weekend and Bank holiday working is also required.

Who you are:

• The young people we support have said that they want someone “with a great sense of humour, who will have fun, will be understanding, patient and who will enjoy spending time with us”.
• You will have a minimum of one year of experience as a Support Worker or you are an existing Senior Support Worker working in the social care sector, preferably with children or adults with learning disabilities, autism, or similar needs.
• You are able to work independently, multitask, organise and prioritise work to suit the people we support.
• You will be a positive role model to the children we support and to your colleagues and will have a mature and professional approach.
• You will have good communication skills.
• You will have the ability to execute and deliver the requirements of your role, whilst keeping a positive attitude under pressure.
• Must be a driver with a full (not provisional) manual or automatic licence due to service needs.

Who we are

We are a national provider of health, social and education services with over 35 years’ experience. Our employees are the driving force behind the fantastic care and support being delivered to hundreds of adults and children across the UK. Our teams are purposeful, positive, and progressive. They work hard to empower the people we support to have a voice, achieve their goals, and change their lives. We are always looking for committed, pro-active and passionate people to join us and create even more opportunities for the people we support. Join our team and have the satisfaction of knowing you’ve changed someone’s life and, in return for your hard work and passion we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.

Safeguarding

Potens is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of the people we support throughout our facilities. All applicants will be subject to robust pre-employment checks prior to appointment; including but not exhaustive; enhanced DBS, and a minimum of two satisfactory references. Our checks will be service and role specific and can be discussed pre application if required. To view our policy on recruitment of ex-offenders please see full details Potens-Recruitment-Ex-Offenders-Policy.doc (live.com)

Diversity

We champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our teams representing the communities and people we support. Here at Potens, you’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live independently, healthier, happier lives and doing our part to make a better working environment where all feel welcome and supported.