Senior Support Worker - Supported Living Adults with Learning Disabilities
It's the smallest things that can often make the biggest difference. Here at Salisbury Support Services, we know it's our privilege and passion to care for people - supporting them to live with dignity and promoting independence as well as stimulation to their minds. We encourage our service users to access the community either independently or with support, which can include an outing for coffee, day trips tor even short holidays.
We pride ourselves on diversity and inclusion that allows for a positive environment and where you will be recognised as a equally valued member of the team with the focused goal of working together to promote safe and happy surrounding's for all who use our services.
THE ROLE
We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Senior Support Worker to join our team supporting Adults with Learning Disabilities at our Supported Living Services in Bognor Regis and Merston (between Bognor and Chichester).
*Please note we do not offer support with Visa or Location Sponsorships and require the suitable candidate to be within the areas above or able to commute.
This is permanent full-time role of 39 hours per week.
Salary: £13.29 per hour.
Responsibilities
- Effective Leadership: Manage the house efficiently and safely while ensuring high-quality care, supporting staff, and championing residents' needs.
- Regulatory Compliance: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal frameworks, best practices, and guidelines, ensuring all care and support adheres to these standards.
- Team Management: Oversee staff development, including inductions, supervisions, and appraisals, while promoting a positive work environment and staff wellbeing.
- Care Coordination: Liaise with healthcare professionals, manage medication administration, and ensure medical and personal needs are met for the people we support with dignity and respect.
- Operational Oversight: Create shift plans, manage finances, conduct audits, and maintain accurate documentation to ensure smooth service operations.
- Safety and Quality Assurance: Implement safeguarding policies, infection control standards, and risk assessments while continuously improving service quality through regular audits and reviews.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We’re looking for individuals who not only meet the role’s criteria but also embody the values that define our organisation. Ideally you will have completed a Level 3 Qualification in Health & Social Care, but we will also consider candidates who have the relevant experience for this role who are willing to complete this qualification once in post.Here are the key qualities and qualifications we seek:
- Leadership and Team Coordination: You should have the ability to effectively direct and organise a small team of support workers, ensuring a collaborative and supportive environment.
- Experience: Previous experience in a similar role, particularly in supporting adults with learning disabilities and challenging behaviours, is desirable but not essential, as full training and support will be provided.
- Embodying Our Values: We expect our team members to embody our company values, and be commited to empowering the people we support, reflecting our core values in everything they do.
- Reliability and Compassion: We seek a reliable, patient, and compassionate individual who is committed to delivering high-quality care.
- Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for completing documentation accurately and collaborating with team members.
- Driver’s Licence: Ideally, applicants should hold a full UK driver’s licence to comply with our insurance requirements. However, we will consider non-drivers who meet all other essential criteria.
- DBS Check: All successful applicants must be willing to complete an Enhanced Adult DBS Check.
- Overseas Applicants: All applicants from overseas must hold a valid working visa. Please note that we do not provide visa or relocation sponsorships.
If you are a dedicated, values-driven individual who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others, we’d love to hear from you!
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
- Free DBS check and access to the DBS update service.
- Holiday pay and 29 day’s holiday pro-rata (includes 8 bank holidays plus an extra day’s leave for your birthday).
- Time and a half paid for bank holiday shifts.
- Flexible hours and a variety of shifts available.
- Every other weekend off with a predictable shift pattern allowing you to plan your free time.
- A contributory pension scheme.
- Access to a national retail and leisure discount scheme (Blue Light Card).
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Casual dress.
- Career development and free training provided including fully funded apprenticeship opportunities up to Level 5 in Leadership and Management giving you a clear pathway into a management role (dependent on achieving your targets).
- Refer a friend bonus of £150 on successful recruitment plus an additional £250 if they successfully pass their probationary period.
HOW TO APPLY
If you feel this role is for you, we want to hear from you!
Please complete our online application form or send your CV to HR@salisburysupportservices.com. We will then get in touch to discuss the role, and answer any further questions you may have.