Lead Support Worker - Cmb954E

Lead Support Worker - CMB954e

Cumberland Council

Salary: £29,777 – £30,296

The advertised salary includes a supplement (JWC) to the base grade of the post. JWC supplements are conditional on the physical demands and /or working conditions of the role.

Hours: 17.5 hours per week

No of Vacancies: 4

Location: Wigton

Contract: Fixed term for 6 months from start date

Why work for Cumberland Council

Cumberland Council is an ambitious authority that is shape public services for the better, building on the best and transforming them for the future. We want to create and sustain the best set of services for our communities to ensure all our residents are getting the help and support they need.

People are our strong point - in our communities and in our staff - and they are continuously the focus of our efforts.

About this opportunity

Are you motivated, compassionate and a good leader?

Inglewood Residential Home are recruiting for 4 Lead Support Workers to join our team and to help us deliver exceptional service. This as a fixed term opportunity and ideal for someone looking to gain good experience and further their career with a hardworking team.

We are situated on Lowmoor Road, Wigton, and Inglewood is a newly built care home that provides a safe, secure, and comfortable environment to those who are physically frail, highly dependent and people with Dementia.

The role of a Lead Support Worker

This is a varied, challenging and incredibly rewarding role where you will directly contribute to the delivery of high-quality support and care to our residents. You will also work closely with the Supervisor, taking an active, positive, and constructive part in the wider team.

You will also be ensuring all security checks are completed, administering medication, dealing with emergencies, and assisting our Residents with any of their needs. It is a fulfilling role, with a great deal of responsibility, and we are looking for someone with good responses; the ability to adapt; and who can make safe and confident decisions to support the wellbeing of our residents.

Who we are looking for

The ideal candidate to join our team will be responsible, caring and engaging; someone who is a natural leader and who can motivate the team, especially through any challenging situations.

Our home has full PPE available for staff and full training to ensure you know how to use it to keep you safe. You will also have the option to be tested regularly for Covid-19 alongside all staff members to protect staff and residents.

If this sounds like you and you share our passion for the service, then apply today!

What can we offer you!

Excellent training and development offers

Flexible working opportunities

Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme

Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)

Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms

Competitive rates of pay

DBS

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with a Adults Barred List check.

Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with adults. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults.

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 27/03/2024

Interview date: 03/04/2024

We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.

If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.

Safer Recruitment

At Cumberland Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Cumberland Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

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