Senior Support Worker – Day Shift, Lead Care Team

Mariposa & Papillon Care; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£500 welcome bonus

Refer a Friend bonus

Fully funded training

Annual pay reviews

Private healthcare

Supportive workplace

Job summary

Mariposa Care is looking for an experienced Senior Support Worker to join Sovereign Court Care Home in Westerhope, Newcastle-upon-Tyne. The role is dayshift, 33 hours per week, with a permanent contract and an hourly rate of £14.95.

You will supervise and support a care team, keep care plans current, dispense medications accurately and ensure residents receive person-centred care. Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification (or commitment) and strong English/numeracy skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising and mentoring a care team.
• Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification or commitment to achieve one.
• Experience in a mental health care environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train the care team to maintain high standards.
• Ensure care plans are comprehensive and followed.
• Dispense medications accurately and maintain records.

Skills

Team supervision

Mentoring

Care experience

Education

Health and Social Care Level 3

Job description

Mariposa Care is looking for an experienced Senior Support Worker to join Sovereign Court Care Home in Westerhope, Newcastle-upon-Tyne. The role is dayshift, 33 hours per week, with a permanent contract and an hourly rate of £14.95.

You will supervise and support a care team, keep care plans current, dispense medications accurately and ensure residents receive person-centred care. Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification (or commitment) and strong English/numeracy skills are essential.