Senior Support Worker
Location: Rushden Northamptonshire
Rate: £14.03 per hour
Permanent | Full-time | 37.5 hours per week (rota-based)
Please note: We may be unable to support applications where Home Office visa restrictions prevent candidates from meeting the full contractual hours or requirements of the role.
‘Extraordinary Days, Every Day’
At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence, building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs.
We are recruiting a Senior Support Worker to join our service in Ashford, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you’re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career – any truly make a difference!
About the Service – Dean House
This is a brand‑new Supported Living Service based in Ashford, due to open Summer 2026. The property has been newly refurbished to a high standard. There is ample parking outside the service and a lovely garden area. Consists of 4 shared flats and 1 self‑contained flat all with en‑suites. The staff team will be on site 24 hours a day, to fully support individuals. The service is well‑located, providing easy access to local amenities and community facilities.
Service User Interests
* Arts and crafts
* Days out such as theme parks, meals out, social activities, Christmas markets, etc.
* Holidays and short breaks
* Walks in the local park and community
* Cooking and baking to develop life skills
The Role
You will:
* Lead and supervise a team of Support Workers, providing guidance, role‑modelling, and day‑to‑day direction.
* Deliver and oversee high‑quality, person‑centred support, ensuring support plans are followed, reviewed, and updated.
* Coordinate and participate in meaningful activities, appointments, and community engagement for the people we support.
* Maintain high standards of record‑keeping, completing documentation, incident reports, and reviews professionally.
* Participate in the Senior On‑Call rota, responding to staff queries, incidents, and operational needs as required.
Who We’re Looking For
* Confident in leading a team within a care environment
* Passionate about person‑centred support
* Professional, proactive, and resilient
* Able to work independently while also supporting and motivating others
* Skilled in communication (written and verbal)
* Caring, patient, respectful, and calm under pressure
* Able to manage challenging situations with confidence
* Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work rota‑based shifts including Senior On‑Call
* Committed to maintaining high‑quality standards and excellent practice
Requirements
* Willingness to work towards Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care
* Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis
* Driver’s licence desirable but not essential
* Committed to maintaining high‑quality standards and excellent practice
What We Offer
* Recommend A Friend Bonus
* Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays
* Free DBS Check
* Blue Light Card
* Stakeholder Pension
* Free Employee Assistance Programme
* Annual Employee Awards Evening
* Employee Recognition Schemes
* Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level
* CareTech Foundation – Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant
Our Values
* Friendly
* Positive
* Innovative
* Empowering
* Person‑Centred
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