Senior Support Worker - Learning Disability Services
Woodbridge, Suffolk
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Contract: Permanent
Shift: Day shifts
About the role
As a Senior Support Worker, you will be working as part of the care team, recognise and facilitate the daily needs of residents, conduct formal supervisions and appraisals, as well as, contributing to care planning and coaching support workers. With an emphasis on high quality, the purpose of the role is to maintain the personal care needs of residents, respecting the dignity of the individual and promoting independence.
Reports to: Home Manager/Deputy Manager/Nurse
Skills and Attributes
• Previous experience in a senior care role.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Empathetic and caring nature.
• Full UK Driving Licence is preferred, but not essential.
Education and qualification
• You will have, or be working towards, NVQ3 in Health & Social Care.
Benefits
• Comprehensive induction and training programme
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card Scheme – enrolment fee reimbursed, offering discounts on holidays, days out, and more
• Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £500* for successful referrals
• Full DBS disclosure paid by the employer
• Free uniform provided
• Enhanced pay rates for bank holidays
• Paid breaks – we pay for your breaks during working hours
For more information, please contact Emma at Minerva Recruitment:
Telephone: 01206 584170