Senior Support Worker

We are looking for a Lead Senior Support Worker to guide and lead a team in Liverpool. The people we support have complex autism and Learning Disabilities.

Have you got 12-18 months experience in care and support worker level or equivalent?

Have you completed your Care Certificate or equivalent and willing to develop your knowledge and expertise?

Have you completed any advance training or working towards a recognised social care qualification e.g., level 3 in health and social care, Positive behaviour qualification or practice leadership training?

This post is suitable for someone looking for a challenge, eager to make a difference, develop their knowledge and skills and is looking to start a career pathway either in leadership and management, practice leadership or in a specialist practitioner role.

This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check

Making it happen- Your Role

This is a responsible role which is really varied, sometimes challenging and often fun. The job is all about giving people encouragement, guidance and support so they can live as independently as possible. Whilst allowing people we support to make their own choices and do the things they enjoy you, will guide and observe Support workers to ensure they understand United response values. You will support our team to behave in a way that reflects these values whilst ensure they have the skills and knowledge to meet the needs of their role and the people they support.

On a daily basis, you will be required to:

• Lead and act as the first point of contact in the absence of the Team / Service manager
• Take responsibility for full and accurate communication at handover.
• Assist the Team / Service Manager with the day-to-day supervision of Support Workers and where required undertake the formal supervision of Support Workers.
• Compile team rotas and activity plan as required by the Team / Service Manager
• Maintain and check the accuracy of the financial records of the people we support
• Model person centred practice and contribute to the induction and support of new and less experienced support worker colleagues
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested

Rewards and benefits

In return for your passion and commitment, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Pension contribution
• Access to free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling and advice services
• Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications
• Access to Blue Light Card Discount and Costco Membership
• Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3,500 retailers