Overview
Senior Support Worker role at Making Space Charity, based at Kingshill Court, Wigan, WN6 0AR. Salary £13.35 per hour. Hours: 32 per week. Sleep-in cover is included.
Joining Making Space means working to our values: Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage and Being Ready. We are looking for likeminded individuals to join our team and make a positive impact in the community.
Responsibilities
* Supervise and delegate tasks to a team of support workers, delivering values-based support to a high standard.
* Support adults with conditions such as learning disabilities, dementia, mental health needs and other physical conditions on a person-centered basis.
* Follow care plans, administer medications, and assist with daily living activities and community access.
* Provide sleep-in support as required.
* Contribute to a positive and safe care environment and participate in on-the-job training and professional development opportunities.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Previous experience as a Support Worker is essential; supervision or senior responsibilities preferred.
* Ability to work with adults with mental health conditions and other complex needs on a person-centered basis.
* Willingness to undergo employment checks (DBS and references) and safeguarding training; legal entitlement to work in the UK.
Benefits
* Wagestream – access up to 30% of earned wages
* Bravo Benefits and Health service discounts
* Up to 28 days holiday per year (pro rata for part-time) including bank holidays
* Double pay for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
* Holiday purchase/sell options up to 2 weeks (statutory limits apply)
* Learning portal access and opportunities for qualifications in Health and Social Care (levels 2–6)
* Career progression with internal promotions; investment in your development
* Travel schemes (cycle to work, car maintenance, 45p per mile)
* Pension scheme with employer contribution
* Paid sick leave
To review the full job description or apply, please follow the official application process.
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