Senior Support Worker

SeeAbility

  • Filton, Gloucestershire Bristol Area
  • £13.53 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 28 days ago
Role DescriptionJoin Our Team as a Senior Support WorkerLocation:Filton, BristolSalary:£13.53 per hour (£26,383.50 pro-rata) plus benefits. Additional £50 per sleep-in shift.Hours:37.5 hours per week, Monday to Sunday, on a shift rota basis. You will also be on the on-call rota.Contract:Full-time, Permanent.Driving Requirement:A valid full UK manual driving license is essential for this role.Right to Work:Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer any skilled worker visas.Who will you be supportingAt South Gloucestershire Support Service in Filton, we're proud to support eight amazing adults with a diverse range of abilities, including visual impairments, autism, and learning disabilities.Our home is full of energy and enthusiasm! The people we support are incredibly active and love being out and about, making the most of everything our local community has to offer. Whether it's heading to discos, pubs, shopping trips, or spending quality time with family, there's always something going on.We also have a real passion for creativity and the arts. Music and art play a big role in our lives, and we regularly enjoy visits to local theatres, craft workshops, concerts, and choirs. These experiences not only bring joy but also help us connect with others and express ourselves in meaningful ways.Every day is about living life to the fullest, celebrating individuality, and creating opportunities for everyone to thrive.Essential CriteriaTo be considered for this position, you will demonstrate exposure to the following areas of expertise:
  • Complex Care Needs
  • Behaviours that Challenge
  • Autism, Learning Disabilities and Sight Loss
  • Manual Handling/Hoisting/Personal Care
About YouWe are on the lookout for Senior Support Worker who is calm, patient, and resilient. You will need to have a consistent approach to assisting the people we support to engage in the interests they love.Furthermore, as Senior Support Worker you will:
  • You will be a strong team player with the ability to lead by example, being professional, patient and calm under pressure with experience of providing extraordinary support.
  • You will supervise daily outputs and assist the Registered and Deputy Manager's in managing staff performance, development, and appraisals.
  • You will follow social care legislation and regulations to keep your team and home compliant.
  • You will demonstrate keeping accurate records, perform audits and quality outcomes for the people you support.
  • You will take personal responsibility for the quality of care and support delivered to the people we support.
  • You will help plan and achieve both short- and long-term goals.
  • You will plan and be in favour of activities, such as vacations, learning and social engagements always being creative and exploring new opportunities.
  • You will ensure the people you support and their families, are treated with respect, dignity, equity, and equality.
  • You will have a QCF in Health & Social Care level 2 Diploma (or equivalent) with willingness to undertake a level 3 in Health & Social Care and demonstrate knowledge of regulatory standards.
  • Work in accordance with SeeAbility's values.
We are looking for the people with the right attitude, who has an open mind, forward-thinking and a sense of humour. You will be available to work 37.5 hours a week including weekends.For further details about South Gloucestershire Support Service at Filton and the Support Worker job profile, please click the links provided below:#INDSJSOur BenefitsWhy work for us?At SeeAbility, we value your growth and well-being just as much as the support you provide, we can offer you:
  • Comprehensive Training: Start with an extensive induction and continue developing your skills with face-to-face training, e-learning, and ongoing support.
  • Career Progression: We support your ambitions, offering opportunities to achieve professional qualifications (Care Certificate, QCF levels 2-5).
  • Recognition & Rewards: From excellence awards to long service recognition, your hard work won't go unnoticed.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy up to 28 days of holiday, flexible working options, and time off for life events.
  • Financial Benefits: Access to the Wage stream App to be able to advance wages before payday, save money with competitive interest rate and support your financial knowledge and wellbeing. Discounts, cashback, pension schemes, and more, to help your money go further.
  • Wellbeing Support: Access to a 24/7 employee assistance program, life assurance and sick pay.
  • Refer a Friend: Receive £600 (Support Workers to Senior Support Workers only).
Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK. This year we are celebrating our 225th anniversary, having pioneered specialist support across multiple generations since 1799!We specialise in supporting people who have learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, who may also have sight loss. Our support ranges from providing person-centred support across our many supported-living and residential care provisions. Furthermore, we provide specialist eye-care services to children and adults alike and assists people with a disability to find paid employment for the very first time.SeeAbility provides the resources and expertise that make this possible, we support people to live ambitious lives and achieve things they never thought possible.Safer RecruitmentSeeAbility is committed to safe and fair recruitment practices, safeguarding, and protecting those who we support. It is a condition of employment that perspective employees will be subject to the following:
  • A criminal background check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (where appropriate).
  • Documentary evidence to confirm your identity, current address, and the right to work in the UK.
  • Health Declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered.
  • References will be obtained to ensure satisfactory evidence of conduct in current or previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to (a) health or social care, or (b) children or vulnerable adults.
These checks will be carried out and completed prior offering a date to start employment at SeeAbility' s expense.DiversitySeeAbility is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all identities, including those from underrepresented groups and those who have a disability or neurodivergent condition.We believe a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity, and success. Everyone's unique experiences and views are appreciated, and their opinion valued. We are happy to offer any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role itself to ensure a fair and equitable experience for all candidates.In exceptional circumstances, the exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.About The Company

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