Senior Support Worker - Ashcombe Court

Keys Group; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Weston-super-Mare is seeking a Senior Support Worker. The role involves managing a team and providing high standards of care to individuals with mental health issues, autism, and learning disabilities. Candidates must hold NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care. This full-time position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth, competitive pay, and various employee benefits including a pension scheme and referral bonuses.

Benefits

5.6 weeks annual leave

DBS Check paid

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing hub and discounts

Generous referral bonus

Comprehensive onboarding program

Qualifications

• Must possess NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Experience in a care or support role preferred.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise a team of Support Workers.
• Provide high standards of care in line with care plans.
• Maintain records and liaise with health professionals.
• Foster community relationships through activities.

Skills

Caring attitude

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Community engagement

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Job Role

Senior Support Worker - Ashcombe Court

Location

Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 2SJ

Do you have Excellence, Passion, Integrity & consider yourself to be a Caring individual?

If so, you may be the perfect fit for our EPIC team!

Job Summary

Due to continued growth, we are urgently seeking a full time Senior Support Worker to join our team in Weston Super Mare.

Ashcombe Court supports an 8 bedded home for Mental health, Autism, Acquire Brain injury and Learning disabilities as well as support with everyday living skills like shopping, cleaning and cooking our staff support people to have fun and make every day the best it can be for each person.

If you are a Support Worker or Care Assistant with an NVQ / QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care and the enthusiasm and commitment to live our company values every, this may be the role for you!

Responsibilities

• Managing a team of Support Workers
• Providing high standards of care and support for service users, in line with care and support plans
• Encourage good community relationships by promoting a variety of activities
• Accurately report, record and maintain records as required and working to care plans
• Liaise with health professionals and their families
• Complete supervisions and audits
• To ensure that all duties undertaken by reporting staff are performed to required standards, and that all such staff contribute in a positive manner to provide a happy, efficient and homely atmosphere within the Home.
• Annual Leave – Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.
• DBS Check Paid – Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.
• Qualifications & Career Development – Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.
• Circle – Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.
• Amazing Discount Scheme – at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
• NEST Pension Scheme – Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• Fair & Competitive Pay – At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.
• £500 Referral Bonus – Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
• Full Induction & Introductory Programme – Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys Group

Keys Group supports over 2,500 individuals across England and Wales through its three divisions: Accomplish, providing specialist residential, supported living, and accommodation for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and brain injuries; Keys, offering education and care for children and families through schools, children’s homes, supported accommodation, and family assessment centres; and Peak, delivering indoor and outdoor adventure activities across four UK centres, including bespoke education programs and confidence-building activities like bushcraft, climbing, and canoeing.

Keys Group are very proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant that means we have made a commitment to welcoming service personnel, veterans and military families into the group. We are delighted to have veteran friendly policies, offer a Veterans Peer Support Network within our teams and are able to offer Military Awareness and support to our colleagues.

As part of our commitment, we will offer a guaranteed interview to current and former service personnel providing that they meet the criteria of the role that they are applying for. If you feel that you meet the criteria for this, please ensure that you have your military experience detailed on your CV for one of our resourcing team to get in touch.

Apply now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss how you can begin your rewarding career – No agencies please

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18