Senior Support Worker

Job description

Senior Support WorkerLocation : The Mallards, King's Lynn, NorfolkRate : £14.03 per hourPermanent | Full-time | 35 hours per week (rota-based)Please note: We are unable to consider Skilled Worker or Student Visa applicants for this role'Extraordinary Days, Every Day' At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence, building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs.We are recruiting a Senior Support Worker to join our service in Kings Lynn, Norfolk.About The Mallards Rated Good by the CQC, The Mallards is a welcoming residential home in King's Lynn, supporting up to 11 adults with a range of learning disabilities, including autism.Our residents enjoy active, fulfilling lives – from trips to the cinema, beach, shops, swimming, and gym, to arts and crafts, cycling, and garden activities within the home. As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a key role in leading, mentoring, and supporting our team to provide the highest quality of care.The Role You will: Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plansAssist with daily living skills and personal care where requiredPromote independence, dignity, and wellbeingSupport activities, appointments, and community accessMaintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a teamWork a rota including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-insWho We're Looking For We are seeking an experienced and dedicated senior professional who leads with compassion, patience, and respect. You will bring a positive, resilient approach and be confident supporting both individuals and colleagues. Strong communication skills, sound judgement, and the ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively within a team are essential. Reliability, flexibility, and competent IT and written skills are also important to this role.Requirements Diploma in Health and Social Care or be willing to work towards oneExperience in supporting adults with challenging behaviour, learning disability and/or mental health issuesAbility to work unsociable hours on a rota basisDrivers desirable but not essentialEnhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)What We Offer Recommend A Friend BonusUp to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank HolidaysFree DBS CheckBlue Light CardStakeholder PensionFree Employee Assistance ProgrammeAnnual Employee Awards EveningEmployee Recognition SchemesOngoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree levelCareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend's grantOur Values FriendlyPositiveInnovativeEmpoweringPerson-CentredApply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day.About CareTech Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK. The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex needs. The Group was founded by brother Haroon and Farouq Sheikh, who continue to lead CareTech today, providing continuity of leadership, long term stability and a deep personal commitment to the people we support.CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7–10 days.Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.Strictly no agencies

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Kings Lynn

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