Senior Support Worker

nationalcaregroup.com; Kettering; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Kettering is seeking a Senior Support Worker to assist senior management in assessing support needs for individuals with learning disabilities. The role emphasizes respect, empathy, and teamwork. Successful candidates will have a Level 3 NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care, along with a Full UK Driving Licence. The company promotes a diverse and inclusive work culture, with opportunities for personal and professional development.

Benefits

Paid training and recognized qualifications

Inclusive culture

Wellbeing support

Refer a Friend scheme

Wagestream app access

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting adults with learning disabilities.
• Minimum Level 3 NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care or working towards it.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior management in assessing people's support needs.
• Work with individuals to develop new service methods.
• Promote person-centered support.

Skills

Support for adults with learning disabilities

Team motivation and management

Respect and empathy

Education

Level 3 NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care

Job description

Salary £12.71 per hour (£24,784 per annum)

Service: Wellington Support

Wellington Support is part of National Care Group, we have an exciting opportunity for those with a passion for supporting people to unlock their potential.

Wellington Supportis an established support provider for adults with varying degrees of learning disabilities, Autism, Mental Health diagnosis, behaviours that challenge and complex health needs. Weprovidea high quality, friendly and reliable service within homely surroundings that promote the wellbeing of the individuals we support.

As a team we promote person centred support and help each person to achieve their goals and aspirations by focusing on the skills they have and building upon them. We are proud that we have made a positive impact on people’s lives and have been able to see people develop their skills and confidence so they can take ownership over their own lives.

We are currently looking for a Senior Support to join our team in Kettering.

About National Care Group

National Care Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of adult social care, supporting people with learning disabilities, mental health support needs, acquired brain injuries, autistic people, and complex related needs. Its mission is to empower those it supports to lead their best life, enabling them the opportunity to unlock their full potential and live as independently as possible within their community.

What’s in it for you?

• The opportunity to develop a career in a secure and fulfilling role at an organisation that values growing its team from within.
• You can continuously learn on the job with the benefit of paid training and the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications.
• You will work at an organisation that celebrates age, gender and diversity within an inclusive culture.
• The organisation promotes an environment of wellbeing with support for you to stay healthy and happy.
• The opportunity to earn rewards through a Refer a Friend scheme.
• Access to an app called Wagestream, enabling greater control over your finances.

The Senior Support Worker Role

As a Senior Support Workeryour role will be to assist in the senior management to assess peoples support needs and workwith people we support to initiate and develop new ideas and methods regarding the quality of service.

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

The Ideal Candidate

• Supporting adults withlearning disabilities.
• Have a minimum of a Level 3 NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care or working towards this.
• Able to motivate and manage a team.
• Full UK Driving Licence

Don’t meet every single requirement?We invite you to apply anyway!

At National Care Group, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic organisation. So, if you’re ready to embark on a journey where your potential outweighs your current skill set, we encourage you to apply. You might have the right values and attitude we are looking for!