Senior Support Worker-Maternity Cover

TN United Kingdom; Hertford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Senior Support Worker for maternity cover. This role involves providing practical and emotional care to young adults with various challenges, ensuring they lead fulfilling lives. Flexibility is key, as shifts may include weekends and bank holidays. The successful candidate will join a dedicated team, implementing support plans and maintaining high care standards. With a commitment to safeguarding and a passion for working with vulnerable adults, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives.

Benefits

28 days holidays including bank holidays

Flexible holiday purchase scheme

Full induction to Care Certificate Standards

Learning & development programmes

Free social care qualification training

Online courses

DBS check paid

Refer a friend scheme

Employee assistance programme

Annual awards

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults with challenging behaviors and mental health issues.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Implement support plans and activities in challenging environments.
• Assist with meals, laundry, cleaning, and social events.

Skills

Emotional Care

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

Senior Support Worker - Maternity Cover

Location:

Hertford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

dc2039461a8e

Job Views:

2

Posted:

07.05.2025

Expiry Date:

21.06.2025

Job Description:

Salary: £13.71 per hour

Hours: 37.5 hours per week on a 24/7 rota

Benefits: 28 days holidays including bank holidays, flexible holiday purchase scheme, full induction to Care Certificate Standards, learning & development programmes, free social care qualification training, online courses, DBS check paid, refer a friend scheme, employee assistance programme, annual awards, career progression, family grants.

The Role:

Provide practical and emotional care to enable individuals to lead as ordinary a life as possible. Flexibility required for shifts including bank holidays, weekends, and sleep-ins.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement support plans and activities in challenging environments.
• Communicate effectively with service users, families, and others.
• Assist with meals, laundry, cleaning, and social events.
• Maintain accurate notes and records.
• Work as part of a team to deliver high-quality care.

Service Users:

Support young adults with learning difficulties, mental health issues, behavioral challenges, autism, and physical disabilities across supported living services.

Personal Characteristics:

• Diploma in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience supporting adults with challenging behaviors, learning disabilities, or mental health issues.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Confidence to work independently or in a team.
• Passion for working with vulnerable adults.
• Commitment to safeguarding standards.

The Organisation:

CareTech Community Services Ltd supports 5,000 adults across over 300 services in the UK, providing innovative care pathways in various settings including supported living, shared housing, and residential services. Candidates will need to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure, funded by the employer.

Due to high application volume, only selected candidates will be contacted within 7-10 days of application receipt.