Senior Support worker

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Broughton House is a 29 bed specialist residential service for adults with severe learning disabilities, autism and behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.

We are looking for Senior Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care to support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the service.

This role would suit someone who has a lot of experience working with this client group, is looking to step-up, and take on more responsibilities or looking for a new challenge.

You'll be working 42 hours a week, covering 12hrs shifts on a rota basis making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care.

Due to the remote location of the service and lack of public transport, applicants will ideally need to be a drive or have own means of transport.

Please note: We do not offer Visa Sponsorship for this role

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.

Your day-to-day...

• Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the service
• Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely
• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
• Learn about individuals' specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe & clean environment for all

You are...

• An experienced Support Worker ready to step up to a new challenge
• Genuinely driven to make a difference in people's lives
• Confident, assertive & ambitious for yourself, service users & the organisation
• An excellent communicator & good team player
• Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
• Able to empower & support service user independence
• Organised, committed & keen to develop your management & leadership skills.

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...

• £13.78 per hour
• Opportunities to undertake further learning & career development
• Flexible working with opportunities for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support
• Employee discount savings & "Cycle to Work" scheme
• Recruitment referrals
• Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial & mental health advice.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you.

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