Senior support worker - Children and young people

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We are looking for a passionate and motivated Senior Support Worker to join our dedicated team at Swanway, our independent Supported Living Service in Gateshead. Swanway houses individuals who have a learning disability and other support needs (e.g. autism, mental health support needs and physical disabilities). The service consists of 12 apartments and a shared outdoor space/gardens. Your role as Senior Support Worker will include: Developing the independent living skills and community inclusion of service users Providing respectful personal care, emotional and practical support to service users Implementing Creative Support principles, policies, procedures and guidelines and ensuring that the service fulfils CQC requirements Supervising and supporting staff to best meet service user needs and preferences Supporting the service user to have the opportunity for a full and happy life and to be safe and well. A minimum of 2 years experience in providing care for individuals with support needs is essential. This role offers unique and challenging opportunities for those who are looking to take on a leadership role, while making a positive difference in the lives of those we support. We have a supportive, hands-on management culture, and will provide you with relevant training, including accredited Health and Social Care diplomas through our training academy. Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number. Creative Support s Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework. Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received an Investors in People Gold award. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.
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Location:
Gateshead
Job Type:
FullTime

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