Senior Support Worker - must hold a UK Driving License

ABR International AB; Arbroath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Senior Support Worker in Angus, where you will make a positive impact in the community. This full-time role involves supporting individuals, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with care standards. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in care and be working towards SVQ Level 3.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

TRFS rewards scheme

Paid travel and fuel allowance

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Refer a Friend scheme (£150 reward)

Employee Forum for feedback

Free Glasgow Credit Union membership

HSF Health Care plan

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience supporting individuals within care.
• Valid Driving License required.
• Working towards or achieved SVQ Level 3.

Responsibilities

• Coaching, mentoring, and supervising frontline staff.
• Facilitating meetings with individuals for support plans.
• Liaising with external agencies and ensuring compliance.

Skills

Coaching

Mentoring

Supervision

Communication

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Make a positive difference in someone's life by joining The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Angus and supporting those who need it most in our communities!

We are looking for a Senior Support Worker (Full-Time) for our Angus Service

Requirements

Applicants should have at least 2 years' experience supporting individuals within care and should be working towards or have achieved SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care. A valid Driving License is also required.

About The Role

Our Senior Support Workers are frontline management staff, with responsibilities in three key areas:

Staff Management

• Coaching, mentoring, and supervising frontline staff.
• Identifying and arranging training needs for your team.
• Creating monthly rotas considering budget and staffing requirements.
• Supporting staff in developing effective support plans.
• Covering on-call shifts as needed.

Supported Individuals

• Facilitating meetings with individuals and their contacts to gather information for support plans.
• Matching supported individuals with staff based on their goals and outcomes.

Organisational

• Liaising with external agencies, including families and Social Work Services.
• Ensuring compliance with SSSC, Care Inspectorate, and Richmond Fellowship standards.
• Representing the organisation positively in external interactions.

Rewards and Benefits

• Generous annual leave.
• TRFS rewards scheme with discounts and cashback.
• Paid travel and fuel allowance.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Refer a Friend scheme (£150 reward).
• Employee Forum for feedback and improvement.
• Free Glasgow Credit Union membership.
• HSF Health Care plan and counselling services.

Successful applicants will receive a conditional offer, subject to references and PVG checks. Having a conviction does not necessarily disqualify you.

Interested? Apply today! We look forward to hearing from you!

Note: All new staff must register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting.

Closing Date: 18th June 2025 (may close earlier)

We value diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices. Applications from all backgrounds are welcome.