Senior Support Worker — Lead Care & Independence

Cygnet Group; North Kesteven; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Free meals

Excellent apprenticeship scheme

Flexible working with overtime

Regular coaching & appraisal

Expert supervision & peer support

Cycle to Work scheme

Recruitment referrals

Job summary

Cygnet Healthcare are looking for a confident Senior Support Worker to join our team at Cygnet Broughton House. You'll work full time, 42 hours a week, across a mixed day and night shift pattern to support adults with learning disabilities and autism in a 29-bed residential service.

You'll be part of a caring team, using excellent communication and computer skills to record and report care needs, with opportunities for apprenticeship learning and career development within a supportive

Qualifications

• Driven to make a real difference in people's lives.
• Experience in a readership role within healthcare.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Empathetic, energetic and able to provide a stimulating environment.
• Passioned about empowering service user independence.
• Money management and petty cash experience.
• Computer skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and internet use.

Responsibilities

• Support management and team in the day-to-day running of the service.
• Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely.
• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all residents.
• Provide guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support.
• Learn about individuals' specific needs and provide help in the most appropriate way.
• Assist with medical and welfare needs and report as required.
• Safeguard residents and maintain a safe and clean environment.

Skills

People care

Healthcare experience

Communication

Team player

Money handling

Computer skills

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Internet

Job description

Cygnet Healthcare are looking for a confident Senior Support Worker to join our team at Cygnet Broughton House. You'll work full time, 42 hours a week, across a mixed day and night shift pattern to support adults with learning disabilities and autism in a 29-bed residential service.

You'll be part of a caring team, using excellent communication and computer skills to record and report care needs, with opportunities for apprenticeship learning and career development within a supportive