Senior Support Worker (SS1)

Swanton Care and Community; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive healthcare organization in Sherborne is seeking a Senior Support Worker to help individuals with learning disabilities and autism lead fulfilling lives. You’ll promote independence and ensure the safety of service users while benefiting from competitive pay and excellent career opportunities. The position requires strong communication skills and a compassionate approach. No prior experience is needed, as full training will be provided.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Guaranteed hours

Exclusive staff discounts

Paid ongoing training

Paid holiday

24/7 support for health and wellbeing

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards Level 2 Diploma or above in Health & Social Care.
• Good understanding of working with individuals with learning disabilities and autism.
• Commitment to providing quality care and support.

Responsibilities

• Encourage service users to achieve personal goals.
• Provide support to ensure safety and wellbeing of service users.
• Monitor and report changes in health or circumstances of service users.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Compassion and patience

Motivational attitude

IT knowledge and computer skills

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care or working towards it

Job description

Earn competitive pay + develop and grow with a company that cares about you!

If you’re outgoing, friendly and passionate about people, you could make a real positive difference as a Senior Support Worker in the Swanton Community Services Team in Sherborne.

You’ll be supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives within their community.

You’ll be…

Encouraging – promote independence where possible & encourage service users to achieve personal goals
Supportive – provide support to ensure the safety & wellbeing of people relying on our services
Compassionate – communicate well with service users using their chosen methods to support individuality
Observant – monitor & report any changes in health or circumstances of a service user to management
Engaging – support service users to engage in the local community from going shopping to attending events

You’ll enjoy…

Competitive pay – earn up to £30,596.80 (inc 2 sleep/week)
Guaranteed hours
Exclusive staff discounts – offers on top brands
Local work & paid mileage – short commutes helping local people
Excellent career opportunities – develop yourself and your career
Paid ongoing training – from our exclusive Training Academy Team
Paid holiday – to support your personal life
24/7 support – for your health and mental wellbeing
Pension – to help prepare for your future
Refer-a-Friend scheme* – earn £300 for every friend that starts with us *T&C's apply*

You’ll need…

Willingness to work towards Level 2 Diploma or above in Health & Social Care
Good understanding of working with individuals with a learning disability and autism
Commitment to providing quality care and support
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Patience, compassion and a motivational attitude at all times
A responsible, dedicated and flexible approach to work
Competent IT knowledge and computer skills
No previous experience or qualifications are required. When you join, you’ll receive advanced training from our exclusive Training Academy where you’ll learn how to deliver high quality support.

All roles are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Apply now to be a part of our fantastic Team and make the 'Swanton Difference’ through our focus on quality and compassion!

Unfortunately we can't offer sponsorship