At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support a care team, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Company: Join a dedicated care organisation in Central Birmingham.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ongoing training, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with the chance to work with diverse individuals.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in supported living and NVQ Level 2 in Health required.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 30000 £ per year.
Job description We are looking for a Senior Support Worker with experience in supported living services to join our care and support team in Central Birmingham, West Midlands.
The Senior Support Worker will support the Registered Manager in providing leadership to the administration, care, and staffing to manage the functions of our service.
The Senior Support Worker will deputise for the Deputy Manager during their absence, while at all times supporting the decisions made by the Registered Manager.
They will need to maintain care, support and management skills at a current level, and undertake such training and development as may from time-to-time be required in order to progress their career.
The Senior Support Worker will have a responsibility to manage our service in accordance with standards agreed with the Registered Manager, Registered Provider, legislative requirements, relevant regulations, and in line with accepted best practice, and within the financial plans agreed from time-to-time with the Registered Provider.
The Senior Support Worker will be expected to maintain an on-call facility, and in the case of holiday or sickness, to arrange for the facility to be maintained.
It would be beneficial to have experience of people with autism, LD, and Epilepsy.
Also experience of low arousal techniques with service users, dealing with care plans and managing medication administration.
Minimum NVQ L2 in Health
Senior Support Worker employer: Upward Care Ltd.
Upward Care Ltd is an exceptional employer in the West Midlands, dedicated to providing high-quality care services while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer opportunities for professional development and training, ensuring that our team members can achieve their aspirations. Our focus on sustainability and community well-being, combined with benefits like a company pension and on-site parking, makes us an attractive choice for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.
