Senior Support Worker

Job description

Hours and Salary Hours: 36Salary: £13.40 per hourThe role consists of shift work and weekends on a rota basis. Do you need more flexibility ? We know how hard it can be to find a job to suit personal commitments and that's why Choice Care is offering a number of flexible positions to fit around your needs. We have a range of working patterns to suit you, get in touch to see if we can help.Overview Of The Role The role of the Team Leader is to provide support and guidance to a team of social care workers, whilst making sure you always provide the highest level of care and lead by example. You will also liaise with the seniors in the home reporting any matters of concern. You must have experience in the care sector and have the willingness to learn and expand on your previous knowledge. Not only will you make a huge difference to people's lives, but you'll be able to enjoy days out, trips away and join in with many more activities, all of which ensures the people we work with are safe, happy and lead fulfilling lives.Key duties Taking the lead with supporting adults with learning disabilities and complex needs in a residential care environmentSupervising a team and assisting with the overall management of the homeLiaising with managers and other shift leadersExecuting any tasks allocated in a professional, timely and accurate mannerSupervising and sharing mealtimes with residents to encourage a positive attitude towards food and diningAssisting residents in their daily activities whether this be in or away from the homeUsing your initiative when supporting residents during their activities and with day-to-day tasksPersonal attributes Being patient, reliable, flexible, a team player and a good communicator are key characteristics of a successful Team Leader.What are the benefits? Learning Academy - Adult Care Worker Level 2 and Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 qualifications for all staffHoliday entitlement - starting from 28 days inclusive of Bank HolidaysSick pay entitlementEmployee Assistance Programme - comprehensive health and wellbeing support for staffRefer a friend scheme - enjoy a payment of £500 when you recruit a friend to Choice CareChoiceversary - staff receive vouchers of £75 after 5 years, £100 after 10 years and £150 after 15 years to celebrate their commitment to Choice CareChristmas bonus - vouchers for all staff membersLife insuranceAnnual staff awards - this year each winner received £400 and we had over 30 winners in totalComplex in-house training - this includes our Advanced Management Development Programme for managers in the making and our Foundation Management Development Programme for rising starsA paid day off on your birthdayFree monthly prize draw - all frontline care colleagues are automatically entered into a monthly prize draw. Three winners, selected randomly, receive £500 each, tax-freeBlue Light Card eligibilityReclaim prescription costs for Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and access free feminine hygiene products whilst on shiftStream - a financial wellbeing app that enables you to: track your earnings; save with high-street beating interest rates; choose to access your earnings ahead of pay day with flexible pay; receive discounts with hundreds of retailers; learn with financial coaching and education, and much moreminimum service periods and apprenticeship funding eligibility applicable to some benefitsWho are we? Choice Care is one of the UK's leading residential care providers for people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions. With over 30 years' experience, we're at the forefront of national best practice, with among the highest CQC ratings of any comparable organisation.Our homes are more than just a place to live, they're like a second family for everyone we support. Each home is a close knit community, with its own unique personality, and all the ups and downs of typical family life, built on trust and the promise of unconditional care. Our colleagues build close bonds with the people they care for, helping to create enduring, positive relationships that build confidence and self-esteem.In every Choice Care home there's a strong emphasis on living life to the full and having fun, with purposeful daily activities based on individual preferences and capabilities. Alongside this there are regular social events, projects, outings and holiday breaks which everyone can get involved in and express themselves through.Where will you work? Catherine Care, our sister company in Staffordshire, offers Day Opportunities for adults with learning disabilities, autism and associated complex needs. The Day Opportunities are open 9.00am - 4.00pm, Monday to Friday. The services are designed to encourage independence, improve wellbeing, and to adapt to the changing needs of individuals and families throughout their lives. Through providing local and sustainable support that is consistent, reliable, and flexible, we enable people to live the lives they want to lead and thrive. Staff are fully trained and are encouraged to develop their skills and career with the company, providing consistency and stability across the services.WL000

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Norton under Cannock

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English