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Do you have the commitment and values to make a real difference to the lives of people with care needs? Are you passionate about empowering them to improve their quality of life, while supporting them to realise their hopes, dreams and aspirations?
Creative Support is a not-for-profit organisation which provides high quality, person-centred support to people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, mental health needs and dementia. The support we offer is tailored to the individual client’s needs and encourages independence and community engagement.
We are seeking a warm, compassionate and proactive Senior Support Worker to provide person-centred care and support to our service users. You will be based in vibrant, inter-generational Cecil Gardens and be responsible, along with the Registered Manager, for the operational management and quality of the service, which supports 165 clients, each living in their own flat. You will collaborate with Social Services and other stakeholders, including the Area Manager, to ensure the highest care standards are met.
You will ensure an empowering service that meets our clients' needs and works with their families and friends to promote a positive atmosphere. The ability to work in an empathic and holistic way to maintain client orientation and independence is essential. You must be flexible, energetic and reliable. We are a national provider employing a diverse team of well-supported staff to deliver great services in Humberside.
You must be willing to embrace all aspects of the role, including providing support with dignified personal care and domestic tasks, and supporting individuals to access work, education, and social opportunities. We value the personal skills and interests you bring to the role and to the lives of the people we support, such as sports, outdoor pursuits, creative arts, music, and cooking.
Previous experience in services for older people, people with dementia and memory loss is essential. Your approach will be warm, person-centered, and respectful. Creative Support is committed to your continuous professional development and offers opportunities for training and development.
Benefits include:
* Fully paid training courses in Leadership, Management, and NVQ 4/5
* Access to staff benefits scheme with discounts and offers at theme parks, shops, restaurants, and online stores
Vacancy Reference Number: 82870
Applications must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above reference number. Full training is provided, along with the opportunity to work towards a QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days of annual leave, and company-paid enhanced DBS.
We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer, recently awarded Investors in People Gold.
Only candidates eligible to work within the UK can apply.
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