About The Role
đź“ŤLocation: Lavender Lodge
đź•’Hours: Full Time
đź’°Salary: ÂŁ12.98 to ÂŁ14.14 p/h + Benefits
🌟 Are you ready to take the next step in your career?
We are excited to offer an internal opportunity for a dedicated and passionate team member to progress into the role of Senior Support Worker within Lavender Lodge.
If you’ve demonstrated strong leadership qualities, a deep understanding of person‑centred care, and a commitment to supporting residents with complex mental health needs, this could be your next move.
🚀 Why Step Up?
This is more than a job change – it’s a chance to shape the culture of our care team, develop professionally, and have a greater impact on the lives of our residents and your colleagues.
💼 What You’ll Do:
* Leading shifts and setting a positive example for the care team
* Supporting, mentoring, and guiding junior staff
* Assisting with care planning, documentation, and risk assessments
* Ensuring high standards of care and safeguarding are consistently met
* Working closely with nurses and management to ensure seamless care deliveryBeing a point of contact for residents, families, and professionals
🧠About You:
* NVQ/QCF/RQF Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or working towards it)
* Solid understanding of mental health care and recovery approaches
* Reliable, approachable, and team-focused
* Proven initiative and confidence in decision‑making
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Demonstrated commitment to our values and high standards of care
✨ What We’ll Offer in Return:
* Enhanced responsibility and career development support
* Additional training and mentoring to prepare you for success in the role
* Recognition of your experience and commitment
* Continued opportunity to grow within the organisation
About Us
Located in St Albans in Hertfordshire, Lavender Lodge is a residential home, offering accommodation and 24‑hour care for up 9 adults with learning disabilities, mental health conditions and complex needs.
Nouvita Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to the Mindful Employer values and are a Disability Confident employer, providing support to applicants with mental and/or physical disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with Nouvita Healthcare and are in need of support to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an email with your request to careers@nouvita.co.uk
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