Lead Support Worker
Application Deadline: 27 May 2025
Department: Support Roles
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Berkhamsted
Reporting To: Locality Manager
Compensation: £13.57 - £14.76 / hour
Description
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Do you have a heart for supporting and empowering others to reach their full potential?
If so, we have a great opportunity for you to enjoy a rewarding career within Social Care, and we want to hear from you!
We are currently looking for full-time (37.5 hours a week) Lead Support Workers to support adults with learning disabilities and autism.
Key Responsibilities
As a Lead Support Worker, you will assist the Locality Manager by working on shifts to provide day-to-day support to the staff team. Your role will include supporting staff through supervisions, positive role modelling, team meetings, observations, and providing consistent support on a 1:1 basis.
In addition to supporting your team and manager, a major part of your role is to understand the needs of the people you support, which may include providing emotional and practical support to enable them to live their lives their way.
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
* Minimum of 1 year's experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or Autism.
* A commitment to empowering people.
* Ability to work closely with families and outside agencies.
* Ability to take responsibility and remain calm in difficult situations.
* Willingness to work weekdays, weekends, evenings, bank holidays, and sleep-ins.
* Must have a full UK Manual driving license.
Benefits
As a Lead Support Worker with Partners in Support, you can increase your earnings through sleep-in duties, overtime, and on-call duties. These opportunities can help you earn on average* £41,000 per year, with potential for further salary increases.
What We Offer:
* From £13.57 per hour, plus £75 per sleep-in
* A paid day off on your birthday and additional days off for length of service
* Full induction and bespoke training with regular updates and opportunities for progression
* Guaranteed hours
* Access to rewards and discounts via The Care Professional Academy
* Costco card, Blue Light Discount card, & Paid DBS check
* A friendly, supportive working environment
* Long Service Awards, Employee of the Month, and yearly events
* Employee Assistance Program
* Opportunities for career advancement within our ‘Outstanding’ organization
Please note: We are currently unable to accept applicants on a Tier 2 or student visa.
*Salary information is based on an analysis of actual full-time employees’ salaries for 2024-25.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply now and join a team that truly makes a difference in people's lives!
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