Senior Support Worker: Lead Care & Mentor for Independence

Caretech; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

28 days holiday

Holiday purchase scheme

Care Certificate induction

Free training

Apprenticeships

Online learning

DBS paid

Refer a Friend bonus

Pension & savings

Employee support

Awards & recognition

Career progression

CareTech Foundation grants

Job summary

The Mallards in King’s Lynn, Norfolk, part of CareTech, is seeking a Senior Support Worker to lead a small team and provide both practical and emotional support to adults with learning disabilities. The role offers a competitive hourly rate and shifts including weekends and sleep-ins.

You will mentor junior staff, help develop individual support plans, and ensure safeguarding and high-quality care within a welcoming home environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs, and/or challenging behaviour.
• Calm under pressure, resilient, and able to work independently and in a team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example in delivering person-centred care.
• Mentor, supervise, and support junior colleagues.
• Contribute to development and implementation of individual support plans.
• Support residents with personal care, daily living tasks, and household chores.
• Encourage residents to engage in hobbies, social activities, and community life.
• Maintain accurate records and safeguarding standards.
• Work flexibly across shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins.

Skills

Mentoring

Communication

Person-centred care

Independence support

Education

Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

The Mallards in King’s Lynn, Norfolk, part of CareTech, is seeking a Senior Support Worker to lead a small team and provide both practical and emotional support to adults with learning disabilities. The role offers a competitive hourly rate and shifts including weekends and sleep-ins.

You will mentor junior staff, help develop individual support plans, and ensure safeguarding and high-quality care within a welcoming home environment.