At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children and young people with diverse needs, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Company: Creative Support, a passionate and inclusive organisation dedicated to care.
- Benefits: Probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days annual leave, and full training provided.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and opportunities for professional development in health and social care.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people while developing your career.
- Qualifications: At least two years' experience in care and support for individuals with complex needs.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are looking for a caring, dynamic and highly motivated person to join the team as a Senior Support Worker in our Doncaster Supported Living Services. Our services in Doncaster, South Yorkshire provide excellent care and support to individuals with a range of support needs, including learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.
As a Senior Support Worker, you will work alongside the Team Leader to assist with the coordination and delivery of high-quality outcome-focused, person-centred support to tenants. You will be positive about supporting people to increase their independence and ensure that they are at the centre of all decisions made about their lives.
- Developing and leading the team to enable the tenants to have a high quality of life, and to be important and valued members of the local community.
- Be responsible for ensuring personal, practical, emotional and social support is delivered at all times.
- Assisting our Team Leaders and Registered Manager in ensuring all residents receive the highest quality care and support.
Your full-time hours will be worked flexibly according to the needs of the service including daytimes, evenings, weekends and bank holidays. At least two years' experience in providing care and support to people with a range of complex support needs is essential for this role. As Senior Support Worker, compassion, motivation, diligence and an ability to empathise with individuals is also essential.
You will be required to work on a rota, undertaking early, late and weekend duties as required. Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care.
Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.
We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK. This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.
Senior Support Worker - Children & Young People in Sheffield employer: CREATIVE SUPPORT
Creative Support is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a compassionate and inclusive work environment in Doncaster. With a strong focus on employee development, we offer comprehensive training opportunities, including the chance to work towards a QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care, alongside generous benefits such as a probationary bonus and pension contributions. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people while being part of a team that values diversity and community engagement.
