SENIOR SUPPORT WORKER

Aspire in the Community are thrilled to announce the grand opening of our newly developed residential service, designed to provide a positive and supportive environment for our new service users and welcome them to their new home in Huddersfield.

Our new service features four single occupancy apartments, specially designed for adults with Learning Disabilities, Mental Health needs and behaviours of concern. We are committed to offering our service users the facilities and safe spaces they need to achieve their goals and thrive both at home and in the community.

We’re looking for a caring, enthusiastic Senior Support Worker where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional person-centred care and support and promote independence within the service.

  • £12.20 per hour
  • Refer a friend Scheme
  • Full training given

  • ‘REFER A FRIEND’ recruitment scheme where you will receive a payment of up to £300 for each person who you refer, who is then employed at ASPIRE!
  • Comprehensive Induction program
  • Initial shadow and buddy shifts with experienced members of the team
  • Internal Promotion and structured career progression pathway
  • The opportunity to work across our services within our different homes
  • Free access and support from our employee assistance program
  • 100% Free training for nationally Recognized Qualifications
  • Rates of pay are above the national average for the advertised role
  • Enhanced pay for some bank holidays
  • Flexible working hours
  • Full month in advance rota
  • Use of Company Vehicle in Business Hours – for business use
  • All Support staff are trained to achieve Level 2 & 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (Adults)

As a Senior Support Worker, your key responsibilities will be:

  • Lead, guide and support the team of support workers to ensure service users are receiving the highest quality care and support
  • Manage health and safety daily to ensure service users, staff and visitors are safe within the service
  • Plan and organise shifts to ensure positive outcomes for service users participating in meaningful activities, attending medical health appointments, visiting friends and families, or other activities as required
  • Participate in the On Call system to ensure that support is available when required

What We’re Looking For:

  • A good standard of English and Mathematics, along with a degree of self-awareness.
  • Flexibility to meet the needs of the service, including working 2 out of 4 weekends.
  • Some awareness and experience in working with individuals who exhibit challenging behaviours.
  • Level 2 Qualified and willing to work towards Level 3 Health and Social Care

What We Offer:

  • Full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, with shifts across Monday to Sunday.
  • Competitive salary above the national living wage
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Ongoing training, development, and progression opportunities.

Aspire in the Community is an Equal Opportunities Employer, and we highly value diversity within our organisation. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ages, nationalities, and ethnicities, as well as from those with disabilities.

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Councils We Currently Work With:

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care

For more information, contact us today.

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