Senior Support Worker

Job Description

Your potential plus our commitment changes lives

Support Workers provide a vital part in providing the people we support with the care and ability to improve their quality of life.

We are currently looking for Senior Support Workers to join our team in Gloucester. 

Here at Chosen Care we provide 24/7 support across our 6 Supported Living services situated within the GL1 postcode. We support people with learning disabilities, mental health issues and those that are vulnerable. We support with day-to-day tasks that include personal care, medication, handling monies and accessing the community whilst also promoting independent living. 

Shifts are split until mornings 7am-2/3pm and evenings 2/3pm-10pm. 
 

We know the amazing and life changing work our Support Workers do every day for the people we support, which is why we offer:

• A Competitive hourly rate of £9.95
• Specialist and Blended Training and Development – we believe in promoting from within
• Enhanced Training that includes Induction Training, Service Specific as well as opportunities to complete a Care Certificate and NVQ/QCF
• Access to Digital Perks where you can gain discounts on gym memberships, shopping, theme parks, travel and more
• Unlimited Refer a Friend Scheme to earn £300 per successful referral

Senior Support Worker Role and Responsibilities: 

• To assist the senior management to assess people we support needs, with a Person-Centred Framework and the Supporting People Initiative.
• Assist to facilitate and support the people we support to integrate within their local community.
• Identifying training needs of other staff and co-ordinate training initiatives in consultation with the Registered Manager.
• Working with people we support to initiate and develop new ideas and methods regarding the quality of service delivery in conjunction with other colleagues.
• Keep up-to-date with changes by participating in discussions, training sessions and workshops when required to do so.
• Have a full understanding of Care Standards.
• Maintain a high standard of professional conduct and morale by encouraging and motivating staff morale by personal example, and appearance.
• Assist the management with the co-ordination, supervision and monitoring of staff work and practices
• Co-ordinate the arrangements of resident appointments
• Assist management to organise regular (monthly) House meetings
• Administer medications when required, in line with prescription guidelines

The Ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum Level 2 In Health and Social Care QCF/NVQ
• Experience supporting adults with mental health conditions and/or learning disabilities.
• Mentoring others in a team.

The most important qualities needed in a Support Worker are the ability to treat others with respect, listen to their needs and understand their emotions. Be Kind, friendly and honest

Do you have the necessary values and qualities?
If Yes, Come and join our amazing team