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Senior Support Worker

Senior Support Worker

Vetro RecruitmentStroud, Gloucestershire, England
19 days ago
Salary
£26,500.00–£29,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Are you looking for a step up into a Management role, or are you looking for a new service to develop your skills?

Do you want a full-time permanent job where you can make a difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities? No 2 days are the same and getting paid to go on various outings is certainly a perk!

I am recruiting several CARING and PASSIONATE Senior support Workers to join a Residential Service for Adults with Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs. The service, which is located in Stroud supports adults aged between 18 - 65.

The service is looking for candidates with a caring nature and the ability to have fun and engage with the people they support.

  • Salary : £26,500 - £29,000
  • Hours : Full Time 40 hours a week
  • Contract : Permanent
  • Shifts : Monday-Friday with one weekend day shift every 4 weeks (Sat or Sun)
  • Location : Stroud

This is a good opportunity for those looking to take the next step in their career from a Support worker Role Previous management experience not essential, as full training will be provided.

Benefits of the Senior Support Worker role :

  • Getting paid to go to many activities!!
  • Genuine progression opportunities
  • DBS Registration paid for.
  • Opportunity to complete professional qualifications - FULLY FUNDED!
  • Dedicated induction programme with your line manager
  • Range of bespoke training to equip staff with the skills needed to work with people with various complex needs
  • Professional and recognised Health and Social Care development opportunities
  • Enhancements for some Bank Holidays
  • Enhanced Maternity leave after the qualifying period
  • Healthcare Scheme
  • Generous annual leave entitlement
  • Fully paid training and support to achieve QCF qualification
  • Staff benefits portal including discounted shopping and Technology scheme
  • Blue light card scheme
  • Access to the Independent Employee Assistance Programme

    • As a Senior Support Worker, you will be responsible for the following :

  • Support the Manager and have joint responsibility for managing the team and the service.
  • Planning rotas, management of staff teams,
  • Ensuring compliance within the service.
  • Encouraging independence and supporting individuals to make their own choices.
  • Ensuring the safety of the service users.
  • Following care plans for each individual.
  • Taking service users out into the community.
  • Participating in activities such as arts, crafts, gardening, and day trips.
  • Varying levels of personal care.

    • Requirements :

  • NVQ or QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care and willing to work towards Level 3
  • Senior Support Worker Experience
  • Must be resilient.
  • Drivers ESSENTIAL due to the nature of the role
  • Candidates must be happy to do personal care.

    • Can you provide the best specialist support to the people within this service whilst inspiring them to live happy, healthy, and meaningful lives whilst having a whole lot of fun!

  • Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for these positions

    • Apply Now!

    Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.