Job Title
Senior Support Worker
Location & Employment
Location: Sunderland, UK
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £13.05 per hour (£27,144 per annum)
About the Employer
Essential Care and Support Limited is part of the National Care Group, a leading provider of adult social care. The organisation specialises in delivering person‑centred care across supported living, outreach and day services for individuals with learning disabilities, mental health needs, physical disabilities, substance misuse and other complex conditions.
Role Summary
As a Senior Support Worker you will work with senior management to assess support needs and collaborate with staff and clients to develop and implement new ideas and methods that improve the quality of service. The role requires empathy, active listening, and the ability to treat all individuals with respect.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist senior management in assessing and planning support for clients.
- Collaborate with team members and clients to create and refine care approaches.
- Promote respect, kindness, and honesty in all interactions.
- Support the continuous improvement of service quality.
Required Qualifications
- Support adults with learning disabilities.
- Minimum Level 3 NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care, or working towards this qualification.
- Ability to motivate and manage a team.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Benefits & Development
- Opportunities for career development within a secure, supportive environment.
- Paid training and pathways to recognised qualifications.
- Inclusive culture that values diversity in age, gender and background.
- Wellbeing support to help maintain health and happiness.
- Refer a Friend scheme – earn £500 when a referree joins.
- Access to the Stream financial management app.
Equal Opportunity
National Care Group is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic organisation and offers an equal opportunity workplace for all.
