At a Glance
- Tasks: Make a real difference by supporting young individuals with complex needs in their daily lives.
- Company: Join Agincare, a family-run business dedicated to caring for people since 1986.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, fully funded training, and a company pension scheme.
- Other info: Be part of a growing team with opportunities for career development.
- Why this job: Empower individuals to live independently and enhance their quality of life.
- Qualifications: 12 months experience in support work and a positive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 24416 - 29842 £ per year.
Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young individuals and deliver positive person-centred outcomes for people with complex support needs who rely on our services? You will need to be enthusiastic, have great people skills, and a positive and proactive approach to your role, supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health and complex needs.
Where you’ll be working: We are looking for a Senior Support Worker to work in our services in Rainham, Rochester and Kent.
As an Agincare employee you’ll enjoy:
- Refer a friend scheme earn up to £500*
- Fully funded training and career development
- Company pension scheme
What is required from you?
- A minimum of 12 months on your right to work
- 12 months Experience in Support Work
- Health and Social Care level 2 (desirable)
How we achieve our outcomes with the people we support:
- Encouraging – people to play active roles in the communities in which they live, to encourage independence.
- Supporting – Activities of daily Living including social activities, personal care, routines, planning and preparation of meals and budgeting.
- Communicating - effectively communicate using people’s chosen methods.
- Engaging - promoting and motivating people we support to enhance their quality of life.
- Specialising - supporting people who may need positive behavioural support approaches.
- Recording - keeping accurate records & reporting changes in health or circumstances of service users to management.
- Team player – Working as part of a team, as well as being able to work using your own initiative.
About Agincare: ‘We’re a family run business that’s been caring and supporting people since 1986. With over 4,500 team members, we’re one of the UK’s largest care providers and are continuing to grow. We have over 100 locations across England including care & nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties and live-in offices. Agincare are signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and are committed to supporting care leavers to live independently. We are proud to be able to offer a guaranteed interview to care leavers, or an informal conversation about our career opportunities. All of our care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare and we welcome applications from all.
Senior Support Worker in Gillingham employer: Agincare Group
At Dunboyne Court, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture where every Care Assistant is valued for their contributions. Our team enjoys flexible working hours, comprehensive training, and opportunities for personal growth, all while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents. Join us in creating a warm and caring environment that fosters both professional development and genuine connections.
