At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support a team while delivering high-quality care to residents.
- Company: Join Southern Housing, a leading housing provider dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training opportunities, and the chance to impact lives positively.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in care, strong communication skills, and a commitment to quality.
The predicted salary is between 20790 - 25410 £ per year.
We are looking for an experienced and confident Senior Care & Support Worker to support the day-to-day delivery of high-quality care and support services within our Care & Support team. Working closely with the Registered Manager and Team Leader, you will help lead and support the staff team while continuing to deliver person-centred care to residents. You will play a key role in maintaining standards, supporting staff development, and ensuring care is delivered safely, compassionately, and in line with individual care plans.
This is a hands-on role that combines leadership with direct care. You will be expected to work flexibly to meet the needs of residents and the service, including evenings, weekends, on-call duties, and rota cover where required. The role involves physically demanding work, including moving and handling, and supporting residents through both routine and emergency situations.
You will be based at Ryde Village, Green Meadows, Furze Brake, or one of our Personal Budget service schemes on the Isle of Wight, depending on the vacancy you have applied for. You may also be required to attend training at other offices or schemes.
About you
You are an experienced care professional with the confidence to support and motivate others while delivering excellent care yourself. You are calm under pressure, organised, and committed to safeguarding, quality, and continuous improvement.
You will need:
- Proven experience supporting people with care needs, with a strong understanding of person-centred care
- Experience working in a CQC regulated care environment, with a good understanding of standards and compliance
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, colleagues, and professionals
- The ability to support, guide, and motivate staff, including assisting with supervision and day-to-day performance
- A clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, with confidence following procedures and escalating concerns appropriately
- Proven knowledge of health & safety, risk management, and safe systems of work
- The ability to remain calm and professional when managing emergencies or challenging situations
- Good IT and record-keeping skills to maintain accurate care plans, records, and reports
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, on-call rotas, and extended hours where required
Qualifications & development:
- A relevant NVQ Level 3 in Care (or equivalent), or actively working towards this
- Willingness and ability to complete required underpinning knowledge and training
- A basic first aid certificate
Desirable:
- Experience leading or supervising a team
- Awareness of local health, social care, and community services
- Working towards or holding an NVQ Level 4 in Care
Successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and Adult Barred List check.
About the team
You will be part of our Care & Support service, delivering CQC regulated, person-centred care to adults with a range of support needs. The service focuses on promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life, with care and support delivered in line with individual care plans and best practice. Working within a supportive team environment, colleagues deliver care in safe, respectful, and well-managed settings. Senior Care & Support Workers play a key role in supporting managers, guiding staff teams, maintaining standards, and ensuring care is delivered safely, consistently, and in line with regulatory requirements.
About Us
At Southern Housing, our residents are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the largest housing providers in the UK with over 77,000 homes across London, the Southeast, the Isle of Wight, and the Midlands, we give over 167,000 people somewhere affordable to call their own! We also understand the difference that safe, secure, and affordable homes can make to people's lives. A career at Southern Housing will allow you to make a difference every day you come to work. Working in the housing sector with us will bring fresh challenges and give you the opportunity to grow and develop, too.
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Southern Housing is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents. With a strong focus on employee development and a commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care, you'll find ample opportunities for growth and advancement in your career. Located on the beautiful Isle of Wight, our team enjoys a unique blend of professional fulfilment and the chance to work in a vibrant community dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all.
