Senior Support Worker

Meallmore Ltd.; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Scotland seeks a Senior Support Worker for their Willow Lodge in Falkirk. This role involves leading a care team to provide high-quality, personalized support to residents. Candidates should have experience in care settings and be motivated to develop their careers. Competitive salary of £13.23 to £13.85 per hour with benefits such as company sick pay and flexible shifts. This position is crucial for ensuring resident well-being in a warm and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Company sick pay

Overtime rates

Free parking

Subsidised colleague meals

Blue Light Card Scheme

Wagestream access

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a senior care worker preferred, or experience working towards SVQ Level 3.
• Must be professional, kind, and able to motivate and inspire a team.
• Registered as a supervisor with the Scottish Social Services Council.

Responsibilities

• Lead the care team in high-quality personalized support.
• Assess and implement care plans for residents.
• Provide hands-on personal care and motivate the team.
• Maintain accurate documentation and administer medication.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Compassionate care

Organizational skills

IT proficiency

Education

SVQ Level 3 or higher in Social Services & Healthcare

Job description

Dayshift Senior Support Worker

Willow Lodge has direct bus routes from Bonnybridge, Denny, Larbert & Linlithgow for easy transport, and Falkirk High Train Station is a 15-minute walk from the care home.

Hours: 34.5 hours per week, days

Salary: £13.23 - £13.85 per hour (depending on experience)

Competitive benefits some of which are:

• Company sick pay
• Overtime rates
• Free parking
• Subsidised colleague meals
• Ability to join the Blue Light Card Scheme
• Wagestream – access to earned wages before payday giving you flexibility and control over your finances

Working as a Senior Support Worker in Meallmore is key to supporting Registered Nurses in working together to enrich our residents’ lives as you provide high standards of person-centred care whilst leading and supporting the team – where our residents wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do.

We provide Senior Support Workers with the opportunity to complete an award winning 6-month programme with salary increments along the journey as well as opportunities to take your career further.

Role and Responsibilities

As a Senior Support Worker with Meallmore you will have a vital role in leading our team in our mission to provide high-quality, personalised care and support. You will do this by;

• Supporting the Registered Nurse / Team Leader to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the comprehensive care needs of each resident living in our care home.
• Delivering hands on personal care, leadership and support to provide the highest standards of person-centred care ensuring our residents live their best lives.
• Motivating and supervising the care team, ensuring you have oversight of your team performance, providing coaching, mentoring and leadership support to promote positive change.
• Maintain accurate records of the job you do which will include completing assessments, writing care plans, resident reviews, and evaluations.
• Administering medication.
• Leading by example in setting high standards of care and support, encouraging a positive work environment where practices are safe and meet all relevant standards, policies, and legislation.

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience working as a senior care worker in a similar care setting is preferred, however we also welcome applications from experienced care workers actively working towards their SVQ Level 3 and looking for your next step up.
• Professional, compassionate, kind and motivated with a sense of fun - you’ll pride yourself on your person-centred, thoughtful approach to care.
• Ability to lead, motivate, inspire and develop a team.
• What’s just as important is that you are organised, flexible in your approach and have great communication and leadership skills.
• Confident in the use of IT applications.
• To be a Senior Support Worker you will be registered as a supervisor with the Scottish Social Services Council, within the necessary time frame.
• You will already have or be on a journey to obtain the qualifications required for your SSSC registration: Practice and supervisory qualification/s SVQ level 3 or higher, or its equivalent in Social Services & Healthcare.

What’s in it for you?

Our focus is you and your ongoing development. We have a Care Team career pathway to support you to reach your potential, all the way to Care Home Manager if that is your goal.

Working a fulltime job and juggling life is difficult, we know, with us you achieve a fulltime wage with 3 or 4 days off each week. But if that still doesn’t suit let us know, we can be flexible and will do our best to accommodate.

We believe in creating a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment where both residents and colleagues feel valued and supported. Join us and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. If you are interested, please click apply and our friendly recruitment team will be in touch.

Please note that all job offers are subject to satisfactory references and Disclosure Scotland Scheme Membership (PVG).

A little bit about us

Situated in Falkirk, Willow Lodge provides a homely and supportive atmosphere where specialist personalised care is our priority. As part of Meallmore, Scotland’s most trusted care provider, we consistently deliver excellent care in great places to live and work. Join a compassionate team focused on making each day meaningful for our residents.

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