Senior Support Worker - Brecon, LD3

Accomplish Group; Brecon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 5.6 weeks + holidays

DBS check paid

Career development

Blue Light Card

Pension scheme

Cycle to work

Job summary

Keys Group’s Bryn Awel in Brecon, Powys is seeking a Senior Support Worker to lead day-to-day care for seven adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs. You'll manage a team of Support Workers, follow care plans, report accurately, and liaise with health professionals.

The role offers up to 46.5 hours per week, shifts 8:30-21:00 and 21:00-8:30 if required, with benefits including enhanced annual leave, DBS paid, career development, and a pension.

Qualifications

• NVQ / QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Experience in care settings with adults who have learning disabilities or mental health needs.
• Commitment to Keys Group values.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Support Workers according to care plans.
• Provide high standards of care and support for people we support.
• Promote community activities and report records accurately.
• Liaise with health professionals and families.
• Complete supervisions and audits and ensure standards.
• Ensure staff duties are performed to a happy and homely standard.

Skills

Team leadership

Care planning

Record keeping

Communication

Education

NVQ / QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Package Description

JOB ROLE

Senior Support Worker

LOCATION

Brecon, Powys (LD3)

SALARY

£15.25 - £15.85* per hour

HOURS

Up to 46.5 hours per week

SHIFT PATTERNS

8.30AM-9PM and 9PM-8.30AM if required.

If you are a Support Worker with an NVQ / QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care and the enthusiasm and commitment to live our company values every, this may be the role for you!

About Bryn Awel

We provide residential support for 7 adults with Learning Disabilities and Mental Health needs. We encourage and motivate each person we support to feel good about themselves. We enable people to gain confidence and do the things that are important to them and ultimately to lead happy and fulfilled lives.

As a Senior Support Worker, You Will Be Involved In The Day-to-day Support And Routine Of The People Within The Service Including

• Managing a team of Support Workers
• Providing high standards of care and support for people we support, in line with care and support plans
• Encourage good community relationships by promoting a variety of activities
• Accurately report, record and maintain records as required and working to care plans
• Liaise with health professionals and their families
• Complete supervisions and audits
• To ensure that all duties undertaken by reporting staff are performed to required standards, and that all such staff contribute in a positive manner to provide a happy, efficient and homely atmosphere within the Home.

Why Join Us

• Annual Leave - Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.
• DBS Check Paid - Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.
• Qualifications & Career Development - Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.
• Fair & Competitive Pay - At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.
• Blue Light Card - at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
• Referral Bonus - Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
• Care First - We care about your well-being and that's why we're pleased to offer our employees an Employee Assistance Program. If you need someone to talk to, the EAP is here for you - confidentially and at no cost.
• Circle - Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.
• NEST Pension Scheme - Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• Long Service Awards - It's our way of saying a heartfelt thank you for everything you do.
• Cycle to Work Scheme - You could save up to 42% on a brand-new bike and accessories.
• Full Induction & Introductory Programme - Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys

Keys Care provides safe, supportive homes for adults and children, offering tailored services and specialist support to help people thrive. Through our Connected Support approach, we empower individuals to build stability, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant.

Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV.

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18

• Dependant on experience and qualifications