Senior Support Worker

 We are looking to recruit a dynamic, Senior Support Worker to join a family run Business which provides permanent residential care and supported living services in carefully-adapted houses and attractive purpose-built accommodation.

The residents cared for have severe or profound learning disabilities and other associated complex needs such as physical disabilities, autism or sensory requirements. 

You will be required to provide effective care and support to adult residents with profound learning difficulties and/or physical difficulties, as directed by the service user plan for the individual.

Duties and Responsibilities will include: 

• Assist in the care of all service users in all aspects of daily living through the delivery of individual planned care programmes and in a person-centred way.  Raising any concerns or changes regarding the wellbeing of service users with the manager.
• Promote independence and dignity of service users whilst assisting in enabling them to live their chosen lifestyle.  Including following the rota for and assisting in the participation of lifestyle activities.
• Act as a chaperone for medical and professional staff as may be required.
• Driving the Company’s vehicles and mobility vehicles in line with Company procedures, to ensure services users can attend appointments and activities. (Not applicable to staff without a driving licence).
• General housekeeping and cooking, ensuring that the service is a homely, clean and safe environment for service users and staff.
• Completing care records, lifestyle records and other required paperwork as and when required.
• Ensure the safe use of equipment and report any problems to the senior person on shift.
• Report accidents and near misses to the senior member of staff on duty and complete records as required.
• Report any complaints to the senior member of staff on duty as soon as they are made.
• Work within the policies, procedures and guidelines of the service’s quality management system whilst always maintaining confidentiality.
• Ensuring that health & safety and fire regulations are always met within the service.
• Undertake training, both formal and informal, which is appropriate to your role and has been identified by your manager.
• Any other such duties as may be from time to time required to ensure the safe running of the service and delivery of appropriate care to service users.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a similar role within the health and social care sector.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification).
• Strong understanding of person-centred care principles and safeguarding procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with service users and colleagues.
• Proven leadership abilities, including the ability to motivate and support a team.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements:

• A full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential. 
• Experience of supporting residents with learning disabilities and complex needs. 
• Experience as: Deputy Manager, Senior Support Worker

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Supportive work environment
• Pension scheme
• Paid holidays 

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV outlining your suitability for the position.