Senior Support Worker

Job DescriptionSenior Support Worker
Up to 37.5hrs per week available
£12.75 per hour (£24,862 per annum)

Do make a difference?

We know working in Social care is more than ‘just a job’. To us its playing a crucial role in enabling the people we support to live their best lives.

Unlock your potential by joining our team as a Support Workers at Integra, Riversdale.

Riversdale is a residential care home for 10 individuals with a mental health diagnosis, we have two houses Riversdale House and the Coach House, which are separated by gardens.

The Coach House provides support for those who are almost ready for move on into their own properties, this comprises of 4 bedrooms, 3 communal bathroom/shower rooms, a large communal lounge, dining room and kitchen.

Riversdale House has 5 ensuite bedrooms and 1 self-contained flat; it is a care home that provides rehabilitation support for male adults wanting to live independently within the community.

This is a Full-Time position will include days, evenings weekends and night shifts.

As one of the UK’s leading providers of care and support services to vulnerable adults, National Care Group fully appreciate the amazing and life-changing work our Care Workers do. That is why we offer:

First class, engaging care specific training for you and your teams
Unrivalled career development opportunities – we believe in promoting from within
Access to Digital Perks where you can gain discounts on gym memberships, shopping, theme parks, travel and more
Rewards and recognition for your hard work

Senior Support Worker Role and Responsibilities: 

To assist the senior management to assess people we support needs, with a Person-Centred Framework and the Supporting People Initiative.
Assist to facilitate and support the people we support to integrate within their local community.
Identifying training needs of other staff and co-ordinate training initiatives in consultation with the Registered Manager.
Working with people we support to initiate and develop new ideas and methods regarding the quality of service delivery in conjunction with other colleagues.
Keep up-to-date with changes by participating in discussions, training sessions and workshops when required to do so.
Have a full understanding of Care Standards.
Maintain a high standard of professional conduct and morale by encouraging and motivating staff morale by personal example, and appearance.
Assist the management with the co-ordination, supervision and monitoring of staff work and practices
Co-ordinate the arrangements of resident appointments
Assist management to organise regular (monthly) House meetings
Administer medications when required, in line with prescription guidelines

The Ideal candidate will have:

Minimum Level 3 In Health and Social Care QCF/NVQ.
Experience supporting adults with mental health conditions and/or learning disabilities.
Mentoring others in a team.

“National Care Group are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.  So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us”