Are you looking for progression or a fresh challenge in your social care career? Our Waterloo service in Kirkintilloch is on the lookout for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join them as an Senior Support Worker, working full-time (37.5 hours per week).
This vacancy is only open to existing employees of The Richmond Fellowship Scotland. If you are not a current employee, unfortunately, we will not be able to consider your application.
The role:
Our service in Kirkintilloch is a Registered Care Home model, consisting of two purpose-built/designed bungalows that will each accommodate three individuals with complex support requirements.
As a Senior Support Worker, you will coach and mentor your team, providing regular support including supervision and identifying training needs. You will be responsible for producing the monthly rotas while considering budgetary requirements and ensuring that all staff meet their contracted hours. On-call duties will be allocated to you on a rotational basis.
Working alongside the Service Manager, part of your role will include liaising with external health professionals and facilitating meetings with supported individuals and important people in their lives to create accurate and effective person-centred support plans. You’ll effectively match the people we support with staff members, considering the specific outcomes and goals set for each individual.
What we’re looking for:
1. Minimum of at least 2 years previous experience of supporting individuals within care.
2. A passion with experience of delivering high quality, person-centred care and support.
3. Great verbal and written communication skills.
4. Ability to plan and prioritise workload.
5. Good understanding of SSSC Codes of Practice and Health & Social Care Standards.
6. SVQ Level 3 in Social Services & Healthcare or be willing to work towards your qualification.
7. Ability to build and maintain positive and professional relationships with supported individuals, families, healthcare professionals, and stakeholders.
8. Ability to motivate and lead others.
Desirable:
1. Experience of working with individuals who have autism and a knowledge of positive behaviour approaches to support.
2. A driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Our Senior Support Workers generally work Monday to Friday; however, there may be times you’ll need to provide cover for on-call shift work. Based on the needs of the service, these could include evenings, sleepovers, waking nights, weekends, and public holidays.
Sound interesting? Then apply today. We’d love to hear from you.
Closing date: 27/11/2024 (we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any point).
PVG checks will be required of all successful applicants; having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector.
The successful applicant must also register with SSSC as a Supervisor in Care at Home and Housing Support Services on taking up the post.
We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, gender, disability, age, marital, parental status, or sexual orientation. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams.
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