Senior Support Worker

Could you lead a dedicated team caring for adults with learning disabilities in a supported living setting? Then this could be the job for you.

At Catholic Care we are looking to recruit a passionate and committed Senior Support Worker. Someone who believes that it is the fundamental right of everyone to be treated in a way that respects their dignity, privacy and choice.

Catholic Care was founded in 1893 and continually evolves its services to meet the needs of people today and tomorrow. The charity now cares for adults, children and families and helps those who are disadvantaged, vulnerable and marginalised: people of all faiths and no faith at all. The charity also employs people of all faiths and no faith.

Job Title: Senior Support Worker (Grade 2) + Outreach

Salary: Spinal Point 8 – 12 currently £24,702 - £26,421 (dependent on qualifications and experience)

Post: Full Time Position

Sleep in allowance payable

Location: Dewsbury

Closing Date: TBC

Interview Date: To be arranged with applicant

JobProfile: You would be required to work, in a person-centred way, to lead and be part of a team to help and support tenants to enhance their skills and ability and to assist them in making choices and decisions.

Experience and Qualifications

You must have achieved a minimum of Level 3 Diploma, in Health as Social Care (Adults) or equivalent, and ideally working towards Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (Adults) have a minimum of 2 years’ experience of working with vulnerable adults.
You will be required to have effective computer and IT skills

What we offer our employees

• A minimum of 26 days paid annual leave for full time employees (pro rata for part time) with 3 additional days after 5 years, plus 8 days bank holidays.
• Group personal pension scheme
• Comprehensive induction programme with ongoing paid training and development
• Regular supervision and annual performance and development appraisal
• Career progression opportunities
• UK Healthcare Scheme