Senior Support Worker Wellington Care Ltd Wellington Support Ford

nationalcaregroup.com; Kettering; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Kettering is seeking a Senior Support Worker to assist with assessing and developing support methods for adults with learning disabilities. Candidates should have a Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care and possess a full UK Driving Licence. The role emphasizes respect and understanding as vital qualities. The organization offers inclusive growth and training opportunities, alongside a supportive work environment that values diversity and wellbeing.

Benefits

Paid training and qualifications

Refer a Friend scheme

Access to Wagestream app for financial control

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care or working towards it.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior management to assess people's support needs.
• Work with people to develop new service ideas and methods.
• Treat others with respect and understand their emotions.

Skills

Supporting adults with learning disabilities

Ability to motivate and manage a team

Kindness, friendliness, and honesty

Education

Level 3 NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care

Job description

SENIOR SUPPORT WORKER

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

Service: Wellington Support

Wellington Support is part of National Care Group, an established support provider for adults with varying degrees of learning disabilities, Autism, mental health diagnosis, behaviours that challenge and complex health needs. We provide a high‑quality, friendly and reliable service within homely surroundings that promote the wellbeing of the individuals we support. We promote person‑centred support and help each person to achieve their goals by building on their strengths. We are proud of the positive impact on people’s lives and the skills and confidence gained. We are currently looking for a Senior Support Worker 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

Your role will be to assist senior management to assess people’s support needs and work with the 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 with learning 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. If you’re ready to embark on a journey where your potential outweighs your current skill set, we encourage you to apply.