Senior Support Worker – Learning Disabilities Leader

Kisimul Group; Netherlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kisimul Group seeks a Senior Support Worker to join adult services for learning disabilities. Reporting to the Registered Manager, you will advocate for residents, provide person-centred care and support the staff team to deliver high-quality care.

Your duties include leading with example, designing and delivering recreational activities, contributing to care planning, maintaining records, supporting family links, and participating in staff supervisions and meetings to ensure consistent service

Responsibilities

• Positively contribute to the personal development of our residents with both practical and emotional support.
• Lead by example, behave and communicate appropriately at all times.
• Design, implement, deliver and contribute in a wide range of innovative and exciting recreational events within the home and wider community. This will involve regular outings and trips and on occasion, extended visits and holidays.
• Using knowledge and experience, contribute positively to care planning and participate supportively in reviews as requested, demonstrating a sound knowledge regarding nutrition and hygiene.
• Maintain accurate, clear and concise record keeping.
• Take ownership for key-worker duties and where appropriate look to develop and strengthen links with families, friends and relevant significant others.
• Work in partnership with the Manager to ensure streamlined service delivery and consistent communication across the homes.
• Proactively participate in supporting the staff team to include carrying out supervisions as requested.
• Attend and contribute positively to regular staff meetings and hand-over meetings, ensuring all relevant information is disseminated appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Contribute positively to the training and development of the staff team to include own personal development / highlighting any training needs.

Job description

Kisimul Group seeks a Senior Support Worker to join adult services for learning disabilities. Reporting to the Registered Manager, you will advocate for residents, provide person-centred care and support the staff team to deliver high-quality care.

Your duties include leading with example, designing and delivering recreational activities, contributing to care planning, maintaining records, supporting family links, and participating in staff supervisions and meetings to ensure consistent service