Senior Support Worker - Lindisfarne Court, Darlington
Join Our Team as a Senior Support Worker at Lindisfarne Court, Darlington!
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Support Worker to become part of our dedicated team at Lindisfarne Court.
In this role, you’ll combine hands-on support with leadership responsibilities—working alongside our team of support workers while assisting the Service Manager and Deputy Manager in the smooth day-to-day running of the service.
About Lindisfarne Court:
Our purpose-built residential home provides care and support for 13 adults with physical and learning disabilities. We pride ourselves on creating a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where every individual can thrive.
If you’re a natural leader with a caring heart and a drive to make a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Essential Criteria:
1. NVQ 3 or equivalent in care
2. Experience of working with vulnerable adults
3. Experience of positive behaviour support and supporting people with complex health needs
4. Experience of developing, reviewing and updating personal care plans
5. Experience of managing and developing staff
6. Promote health and wellbeing in people’s lives
7. Making everyday matter for the people we support
8. The ability to be curious, aspirational and outcome focused
9. Must be able to evidence effective leadership skills
10. Working knowledge of CQC Key Lines of Enquiry
11. Ability to motivate self and others
12. Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and occasional night shifts
13. Good working knowledge of IT including Microsoft Office packages particularly Word and Excel
14. A full valid driving license and use of own vehicle (Desirable)
What We Offer:
15. Annual leave entitlement of 247.5 hours per year (pro rata, including bank and public holidays)
16. Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme
17. Health Cash Plan
18. Bike to work scheme
19. Employee Assistance Programme
20. Excellent training and development opportunities
21. We are an equal opportunities employer
Please note that applications may close earlier than the stated deadline if capacity is reached.
An Enhanced DBS is required for this role and the cost of this will be covered by SJOG.