SENIOR SUPPORT WORKER Based in Englefield Green, Egham, “Runnymede” is a brand-new Supported Living Service that is due to open its doors throughout October 2024 This service will be supporting 6 Adults with learning disabilities and autism. Situated in a lovely idyllic village with good public transport links, and just 3 miles from the busy bustling towns of Staines and Royal Windsor. The Caretech Group is a Sponsored Employer but our sponsorship programme is currently full. Please only apply if you have an existing right-to-work in the UK that doesn’t require sponsorship and you are not currently under an existing sponsorship. Person Centred, Empowering, Friendly, Positive, Innovative We are looking for Senior Support Workers who are experienced in supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism in a person-centred way. 37.5 hours per week £12.94 per hour Benefits Various contracts available Flexible shift patterns 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme Full induction programme to Care Certificate Standards Dedicated learning & development programmes. We provide FREE training to achieve qualification in Social Care. Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics DBS check paid by CareTech prior to starting with us. Refer a Friend Reward Scheme – earn up to £250 per referral Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee recognition schemes Carer progression within the company. Main duties and responsibilities To supervise the day-to-day delivery of care, to ensure those service users’ needs are met and that they participate appropriately in daily household and leisure activities To be responsible for the care, welfare and safety of service users and the health and safety of staff To take on the role of case coordinator for individual service users and to participate in the reviewing, reassessing and changing of person centred support plans to ensure they are up-to-date and in line with the individual’s needs To participate, as required, in the recruitment and selection of staff within an equal opportunities framework To undertake monthly supervisions with staff as delegated and participate in the staff appraisal programme for subordinate staff To act as a staff skills coach and undertake appropriate team building and training programmes, designed to meet an individual’s needs or the Company’s staff development program To ensure that the requirements of legislation, Care Standards and the Company’s Policies and Procedures are followed To prepare service user and staff reports and ensure that the required records are maintained and up-to-date. Personal Characteristics Diploma in Health and Social Care. Experience in supporting adults with challenging behaviour, learning disabilities and/or mental health issues. The ability to keep calm under pressure. The confidence to work alone or as part of a team. Excellent communication skills The passion to work with vulnerable adults The desire and commitment to achieve high standards of safeguarding. The Organisation CareTech Community Services Ltd, established in 1994, is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives – this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a “Disability Confident Leader”. Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure prior to commencement of employment, the disclosure expense will be met by the employer. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every applicant. We will be in touch 7-10 days after receipt of your CV if progressing your application to the next stage. Some of our roles require male or female employees only, where this is indicated it is a genuine occupational requirement, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. STRICTLY NO AGENCIES INDSO