Senior Support Worker: Learning Disabilities Care Lead

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Induction & training

Bank holiday pay

Employee recognition

Refer a friend

Enhanced DBS

Rewards for years of service

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd in the Beccles, Suffolk area is seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker for a brand new learning disabilities care home opening soon. You will support individuals with complex needs and challenging behaviours and work for one of the UK’s leading healthcare providers.

The role requires NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care. You will manage care plans, supervise staff, administer medication, and engage with relatives and residents.

Qualifications

• Must hold an NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care.
• Proven experience of working in a care setting.
• Strong communication skills with residents' relatives.

Responsibilities

• Recognise and support residents' daily needs.
• Conduct formal supervisions and appraisals of staff.
• Contribute to care planning and coaching of care workers.
• Administer medication according to policies.

Skills

Good team player

Communication skills

Care experience

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd in the Beccles, Suffolk area is seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker for a brand new learning disabilities care home opening soon. You will support individuals with complex needs and challenging behaviours and work for one of the UK’s leading healthcare providers.

The role requires NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care. You will manage care plans, supervise staff, administer medication, and engage with relatives and residents.