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Senior Support Worker

Reference: 8959
Location
Neath Abbey , Neath Port Talbot, United Kingdom
Salary
£25759.6 - £25759.6
Contract Type
Permanent

Do you want a full-time permanent job where you can make a difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities? No 2 days are the same, and getting paid to go to the Cinema and the Zoo are certainly perks of the job!!

I am recruiting several CARING and PASSIONATE Senior Support Workers to join a Residential Service for Adults with Learning Disabilities and complex needs. The service, which is located in Neath and supports adults aged between 18 - 65.

The service is looking for candidates with a caring nature and the ability to have fun and engage with the people they support.

**Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for these positions**

  • Salary: £25,759.50 
  • Hours: Full Time 37.5 hours. 
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Shifts: 3-week rota 07:30 to 14:30  and 14:30 to 22:00
  • Location: Neath 

Benefits of the Senior Support Worker role:

  • Getting paid to go to the Zoo and the Cinema, amongst many other activities!!
  • Genuine progression opportunities
  • NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
  • DBS & Social Care Wales Registration paid for
  • Opportunity to complete professional qualifications - FULLY FUNDED!
  • Flexible working hours
  • Dedicated induction programme with your line manager
  • Auto-enrolment Pension Scheme
  • A range of bespoke training to equip staff with the skills needed to work with people with various complex needs
  • Professional and recognised Health and Social Care development opportunities


As a Senior Support Worker, you will be responsible for the following:

  • Support the Registered Manager in running shifts 
  • Ensure all compliance is managed correctly 
  • Supporting the families of residents
  • Encouraging independence and supporting individuals to make their own choices.
  • Ensuring the safety of the service users.
  • Following care plans for each individual.
  • Taking service users out into the community.
  • Participating in activities such as arts, crafts, gardening and day trips.
  • Varying levels of personal care.


Requirements of the Senior Support Worker Role:

  • Previous experience working within a residential service 
  • NVQ Level 2 in Adult Health and Social Care 
  • Must be resilient.
  • Drivers ESSENTIAL due to location
  • Candidates must be happy to do personal care.


Can you provide the best specialist support to the people within this service whilst inspiring them to live happy, healthy and meaningful lives whilst having a whole lot of fun?

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Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.

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