Senior Support Worker
Location - Cartref Mynydd
Hourly rate - £12.80 to £13.70
Full time - 40.25 hours per week
Are you looking for a new challenge and the opportunity for career development? We have an exciting opportunity in Pontarddulais for an experienced Senior Support Worker to join our residential home in Coed Parc, where you will support individuals with complex needs associated with autism.
You will be assisting in the day to day management of the home and help continue to improve the lives of the individuals we support. You will play a vital role in both the home and wider organisation, acting as a positive role model to both staff and our supported individuals.
Our passion is making a difference and our focus is to strengthen interests and aspirations by offering a holistic, engaging, and person-centred environment. To do well in this role, you’ll need to have a passion for supporting individuals to live as fulfilled and independent lives as possible and everyday you will make a difference to the lives of people we support.
A day in the life of a Senior Support Worker with Orbis Education and Care Involves:
1. Act as shift leader
2. Assist in ensuring service scouring standards are maintained.
3. Participating in the on-call rota.
4. Assist in reporting and evidence gathering activities.
5. Work in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
6. Participate in assessment, development and review of support and care plans.
7. Promote and celebrate homes achievements.
To be a successful Senior Support Worker with Orbis Education and Care, you'll need:
8. Experience in a positive support environment.
9. QCF level 3 qualified.
10. Experience in managing challenging behaviour.
11. Knowledge of statutory regulations.
12. Lead by example and always act as a positive role model.
13. Able to understand and adhere to relevant safeguarding.
14. Good awareness of conducting Health and Safety risk assessments.
Please note: This job role involves regulated activity with adults and requires an enhanced DBS with barred list check. Here's a glimpse into some of the amazing benefits you can expect:
15. Join us for a clear career progression and valuable qualifications - 97% of our managers progressed internally
16. Health plan - after probation
17. 'Refer a friend' scheme - earn up to £1000 per any successful permanent referral;
18. Eligibility for a 'Blue Light Card' for additional discounts at a range of retailers
How to apply:
Don't waste any more time, if you are ready to embark on a rewarding career as a Support Worker at Orbis Education and Care, we would love to hear from you. To apply please submit your CV using the 'apply' link.