Senior Support Worker — Lead Care & Team Training

Mariposa Care Group Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

£500 refer a friend bonus (first year)

£1,000 refer a friend bonus

Fully funded training

Annual pay reviews

Private healthcare options

Supportive workplace

Job summary

Mariposa Care Group Ltd is seeking an experienced Senior Support Worker for Sovereign Court Care Home in Westerhope, Newcastle-upon-Tyne. The role blends hands-on care with supervising a team and ensuring residents receive person-centred support.

You’ll supervise staff, maintain up-to-date care plans, and accurately dispense medications while safeguarding residents’ wellbeing. The position offers a 33-hour weekly schedule and a range of benefits in a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team in a care setting.
• Background in caring for residents with mental health needs preferred.
• Must have Level 3 Health and Social Care or be committed to achieving one.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support the care team with training and guidance.
• Ensure care plans are comprehensive, up-to-date and followed.
• Dispense medications accurately and maintain records.

Skills

Team supervision

Care experience

Medication administration

Education

Level 3 Health and Social Care

Job description

Mariposa Care Group Ltd is seeking an experienced Senior Support Worker for Sovereign Court Care Home in Westerhope, Newcastle-upon-Tyne. The role blends hands-on care with supervising a team and ensuring residents receive person-centred support.

You’ll supervise staff, maintain up-to-date care plans, and accurately dispense medications while safeguarding residents’ wellbeing. The position offers a 33-hour weekly schedule and a range of benefits in a supportive workplace.