Description
We are seeking a Senior Support Worker to join our team at Leonards Croft in Stafford. Our service provides residential support for eight males and females who are autistic or have a learning disability, or both.
As a Senior Support Worker, you will be part of a compassionate team committed to providing our residents with the skills needed to live an active and fulfilled life, as independently as possible. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supervising and supporting the delivery of person-centred support and care
- Providing leadership during shifts, including handovers, role allocation, and effective communication
- Ensuring residents have person-centred plans in place and are supported to participate in meaningful activities
- Delivering team supervisions and contributing to professional development
- Administering medication safely and in line with procedures
- Managing service users' finances and contributing to budget management in accordance with policy
- Completing and overseeing accurate record-keeping, reporting, and compliance with legislation
- Monitoring and supporting team performance, addressing immediate operational issues as needed
- Maintaining up-to-date training and knowledge to ensure safe and effective practice
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Previous experience as a Support Worker or Senior Support Worker
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to supervise, coach, and motivate others
- Commitment to promoting choice, dignity, and independence for those we support
- Knowledge of care standards, policies, and safeguarding practices
- Reliable, flexible, and proactive in problem-solving
- A caring and respectful approach to supporting others
- Ability to work flexibly and think innovatively
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Commitment to upholding professional standards, policies, and procedures
We offer a range of benefits, including:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits, including reduced rates and access to new schemes, such as gym membership, IT technology, and Healthcare Cash Plan
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership and management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses