Job summary WE ARE CURRENTLY UNABLE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS VIA NHS. TO CONTINUE WITH YOUR APPLICATION, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO OUR CAREERS SITE https://fa-euxi-saasfaukgovprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/4193/?utm_mediumjobshare/details?sTypeNhsJobs/reference/4193 Salary:£30,559 - £32,654,plus 10% unsocial hours for qualifying shifts Hours per week:37 hours Interview date:To be confirmed after shortlisting Wiltshire Reablement - Empowering Independence If you are passionate about helping other and eager to advance in the care industry, consider joining our team as a Senior Support Worker. We believe in growing talent from within and offer our staff opportunities like NVQ apprenticeships, providing you with a solid foundation for career progression. Main duties of the job Our Support Workers are the unsung heroes, providing crucial assistance to customers in the comfort of their homes post-hospital discharge. Collaborating hand-in-hand with dedicated occupational therapists, we co-develop personalised reablement plans, helping customers achieve their goals in the comfort of their homes. Operating on a rotating schedule, the team is available between 7 am to 10 pm, 365 days a year, ensuring continuous and dedicated support. As a Senior Support Worker, you will monitor, support, and supervise our dedicated Support Workers, ensuring the delivery of the highest standard of services for our valued customers. We would like to welcome candidates with either an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent substantial experience in a related field to apply, and we also welcome those who show an interested in pursuing a relevant qualification. About us Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Thats why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Date posted 21 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £30,559 to £32,654 a year plus 10% unsocial hours for qualifying shifts Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number F0041-4183 Job locations Wiltshire Council Bourne Hill Salisbury SP1 3UZ Job description Job responsibilities NVQ Level 4 or equivalent significant experience in a relevant field (or a commitment to undertake qualification) e.g. Health, social care, adult education etc. Experience of supporting with adults within a care environment HSE recognised First Aid at Work qualification or willingness to achieve a qualification in first aid. Previous experience of contributing to the supervision of others or ability to demonstrate the required skills Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance in relation to working with, and the safeguarding of, adults. Experience and current up-to-date knowledge of moving and handling procedures. Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with people in a variety of ways and levels. Good organisational skills. Ability to prioritise tasks and work on own initiative against deadlines Ability to utilise a range of software including electronic social care records. Physically fit and able to perform all requirements of the job role Ability to work in a person-centred way to meet individual outcomes Fully fluent in spoken and written English Job description Job responsibilities NVQ Level 4 or equivalent significant experience in a relevant field (or a commitment to undertake qualification) e.g. Health, social care, adult education etc. Experience of supporting with adults within a care environment HSE recognised First Aid at Work qualification or willingness to achieve a qualification in first aid. Previous experience of contributing to the supervision of others or ability to demonstrate the required skills Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance in relation to working with, and the safeguarding of, adults. Experience and current up-to-date knowledge of moving and handling procedures. Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with people in a variety of ways and levels. Good organisational skills. Ability to prioritise tasks and work on own initiative against deadlines Ability to utilise a range of software including electronic social care records. Physically fit and able to perform all requirements of the job role Ability to work in a person-centred way to meet individual outcomes Fully fluent in spoken and written English Person Specification Experience Essential High level of relevant and practical experience acquired on. An advanced understanding of relevant procedures and working practices. Advanced knowledge of specialist function relevant to service area. Excellent ICT skills including use of Microsoft applications and specialist systems. Significant experience of working with clients and client groups with complex needs. Proven ability to carry out client risk assessments to identify eligibility for service provision and/or risk of harm. Proven ability to advise and guide clients to encourage development and to access services to which they are entitled. Ability to build trust and confidence with clients, client groups and colleagues. Proven ability to interpret situations, analyse behaviours to make judgements and deliver interventions to achieve outcomes. Proven ability to deliver training. Person Specification Experience Essential High level of relevant and practical experience acquired on. An advanced understanding of relevant procedures and working practices. Advanced knowledge of specialist function relevant to service area. Excellent ICT skills including use of Microsoft applications and specialist systems. Significant experience of working with clients and client groups with complex needs. Proven ability to carry out client risk assessments to identify eligibility for service provision and/or risk of harm. Proven ability to advise and guide clients to encourage development and to access services to which they are entitled. Ability to build trust and confidence with clients, client groups and colleagues. Proven ability to interpret situations, analyse behaviours to make judgements and deliver interventions to achieve outcomes. Proven ability to deliver training. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Wiltshire Council Address Wiltshire Council Bourne Hill Salisbury SP1 3UZ Employer's website http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)