Senior Support Worker Autism and Mental Health
| Posting date: | 06 September 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,000 to £26,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 October 2024 |
| Location: | Fulwood, Preston |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | P4 Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 06092424 |
Summary
Senior Support Worker – Care Home for Autism and Mental Health
Location: Fulwood, Lancashire
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £13.00 per hour + £16.25 per hour for overtime
Are you a compassionate and person-centred leader?
Do you enjoy supporting others and want to be part of an exciting new venture in healthcare?
If you seek a role that makes a meaningful difference, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
P4 Recruitment is looking for a dedicated Senior Support Worker for a brand new service in Fulwood, Lancashire. This is a unique chance to lead a team and deliver high-quality care that empowers individuals to live as independently as possible.
Working Hours:
12-hour shifts on a two-week rolling rota:
Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday
Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
About South Grove House:
The Home is an 8-bed residential care home with 3 self-contained apartments and 5 en-suite rooms. Each apartment has its own kitchen, lounge, bedroom, bathroom, and private entrance, with shared amenities available in the main house.
About the Role:
The organisation are providing trusted mental health, autism, and rehabilitation services in Lancashire and Yorkshire for over 20 years. and support adults aged 18-65 with recovery-focused services in innovative environments. they live by the values every day, and some of our services have achieved CQC Outstanding ratings and Investors in People Gold recognition.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and mentor a team of support workers, ensuring high standards of care and professional development
Develop and implement personalised care plans with the multidisciplinary team
Monitor and manage risk, ensuring compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and mental capacity legislation
Support residents with daily living, social, recreational, and occupational activities, including community integration
Provide direct support in complex situations, modelling best practices and de-escalation techniques
Ideal Senior Support Worker Will Have:
Experience supporting individuals with autism and mental health conditions
Strong leadership and communication skills to motivate and guide a team
Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety, and mental capacity legislation
Commitment to person-centred care and ongoing professional development
Benefits Include:
Competitive salary with overtime rates
28 days of annual leave
Company pension and MEDICASH Health Cash Plan, including discounted gym membership
Blue Light Card membership
Career development opportunities
Free DBS and on-site parking
Step Up Stand Out Awards for employee recognition
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a new and rewarding setting, apply now
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