Senior Support Worker - Lead Care & Independence, Langport

Voyage Care; Langport; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced evening pay

Overtime premium

Wagestream access

Blue Light Card

Doctor line 24/7

Cash plans for colleagues

Enhanced retirement leave

Long service awards

Job summary

Voyage Care Langport is seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker to lead our residential service. You will support people with learning disabilities, autism, epilepsy and complex needs while assisting the manager with daily operations in Langport, a tranquil Somerset setting.

You will help people gain independence, supervise staff, coordinate training, and ensure safe, person-centred care within a warm, family-oriented environment. DBS checks and references apply.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior Support Worker.
• Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification.
• Experience supporting individuals with distress, mental health, autism, brain injury or trauma.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day supervision and management of the service.
• Allocate shifts and book training for staff.
• Induct new colleagues and support supervision processes.
• Order medications and assist with financial management for the people supported.

Skills

Leadership experience

People support

Education

Health & Social Care Level 3

Job description

Voyage Care Langport is seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker to lead our residential service. You will support people with learning disabilities, autism, epilepsy and complex needs while assisting the manager with daily operations in Langport, a tranquil Somerset setting.

You will help people gain independence, supervise staff, coordinate training, and ensure safe, person-centred care within a warm, family-oriented environment. DBS checks and references apply.