Senior Support Worker - Lead & Empower Care

Jobtrain; Longhope; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced evening/weekend pay

Overtime premium

Wagestream access

Blue Light Card

24/7 doctor line

Cash plans for staff

Enhanced retirement leave

Long service awards

Job summary

Voyage Care in Longhope (Forest of Dean) is seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker to lead our residential service. You’ll support people to gain independence, supervise staff, allocate shifts, and help with training while working closely with the Manager.

A Level 3 in Health & Social Care and prior Senior Support Worker experience are required. Experience with positive behaviour support plans, trauma-informed care, and autism is valued.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior Support Worker.
• Experience with Positive Behaviour Support plans and reflective practice.
• Experience working with individuals requiring enhanced support including trauma, autism and mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day supervision and management of the service.
• Allocate shifts and book training for staff.
• Induct new colleagues and support supervision.
• Order medication and support people to manage finances.
• Provide day-to-day support to help people gain independence.

Education

Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Voyage Care in Longhope (Forest of Dean) is seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker to lead our residential service. You’ll support people to gain independence, supervise staff, allocate shifts, and help with training while working closely with the Manager.

A Level 3 in Health & Social Care and prior Senior Support Worker experience are required. Experience with positive behaviour support plans, trauma-informed care, and autism is valued.