Senior Support Officer
| Posting date: | 27 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £31,067 to £31,586 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 June 2025 |
| Location: | Ulverston, Cumbria |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Westmorland and Furness council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | WMF2105e |
Summary
About this opportunity
Ulverston Day Opportunities require Senior Suppport Officers (in bot permanent and temporary positions) to support the delivery of Day Opportunities for adults with learning disabilities.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right person to join our team delivering quality services to Adults with learning Disabilities.
As a Senior Support Officer, you will work closely with the Supervisor to assist in the operation and improvement of the service, participate in the development of care programmes, plans and activities to support the physical, emotional, and social needs of individuals. You will also lead teams and support the development of other staff through guidance, encouragement and mentoring activity.
You will be required to work in partnership with a range of stakeholders, manage risk, maintain accurate records (using appropriate ICT systems), and ensure health and safety requirements are met. Our team are passionate about developing and promoting a person-centred, quality service for individual service users. If you believe you have the necessary skills and passion for this role, then apply today.
Who we are looking for…
The right candidate will be compassionate, proactive and flexible; an effective communicator who has experience of working in a person centred role ideally within a learning disability setting. You will join a friendly and dedicated team making a direct and positive impact upon the lives of the people who require support.
You will receive a full induction, ongoing training and continuous professional development alongside regular support, one to one supervision and appraisal.
If you have the skills and passion for this service, then apply today!
What can we offer you!
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)
Ulverston Day Opportunities require Senior Suppport Officers (in bot permanent and temporary positions) to support the delivery of Day Opportunities for adults with learning disabilities.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right person to join our team delivering quality services to Adults with learning Disabilities.
As a Senior Support Officer, you will work closely with the Supervisor to assist in the operation and improvement of the service, participate in the development of care programmes, plans and activities to support the physical, emotional, and social needs of individuals. You will also lead teams and support the development of other staff through guidance, encouragement and mentoring activity.
You will be required to work in partnership with a range of stakeholders, manage risk, maintain accurate records (using appropriate ICT systems), and ensure health and safety requirements are met. Our team are passionate about developing and promoting a person-centred, quality service for individual service users. If you believe you have the necessary skills and passion for this role, then apply today.
Who we are looking for…
The right candidate will be compassionate, proactive and flexible; an effective communicator who has experience of working in a person centred role ideally within a learning disability setting. You will join a friendly and dedicated team making a direct and positive impact upon the lives of the people who require support.
You will receive a full induction, ongoing training and continuous professional development alongside regular support, one to one supervision and appraisal.
If you have the skills and passion for this service, then apply today!
What can we offer you!
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)