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Senior Support Worker - Residential Care Home, Learning Disabilities
Care Through The Millennium are a well‑established private residential care and supported living provider who offer support to vulnerable adults. We provide our employees with comprehensive training programmes and excellent development opportunities in a caring and supportive environment.
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Support Worker to join our dedicated team supporting vulnerable adults with a learning disability and complex needs in Shirley, South Birmingham. You will play a pivotal role in providing leadership to a small team of support staff, ensuring high‑quality, person‑centred support for our service users. The successful Senior Support Worker will demonstrate compassion and empathy in their approach and possess strong leadership and team‑building skills.
Responsibilities
* Offer guidance, development and support to the staff team, acting as a mentor
* Assist the management team in the day‑to‑day running of the home and support with administration as designated
* Conduct one‑to‑one meetings with team members
* Support new team members during induction and probationary period
* Participate in assessing and planning to meet the service users’ needs
* Take part in meetings with other professionals and family members
Provide hands‑on, high‑quality support and companionship to service users. Ensure the smooth running of the home in the absence of the registered manager.
Hours: 42‑hour week on a flexible shift system, which will include long days and on‑call responsibilities.
Applicants must have achieved the Lead Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship, a Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, or an equivalent care qualification and be willing to work towards the Leader in Adult Care Apprenticeship.
Benefits
* Excellent opportunities for career development, including the Leader in Adult Care Qualification
* Eligibility for a Blue Light Discount Card
* Rewards scheme – discounted supermarket shopping vouchers & cashback deals
* Employee assistance scheme
* Paid induction training
* Pension scheme
* Refer a friend bonus scheme
Due to the nature of the role, an enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this position.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Team Leader or Senior to utilise and develop their knowledge and skills with an organisation that has a proven track record in supporting their team members to develop their career in a caring and supportive environment.
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