Senior Support Worker

Job Location	West Molesey
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	26,080 - 28,617 per annum
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent , full-time

Job Description

The starting salary for this role is £26,080 per annum, working 36 hours per week.With guarantees of a supportive team, excellent training and development opportunities and a chance to make a real difference to the lives of others, we think Surrey is a great place to be a Senior Support Worker! We would love you to join us on our mission to support the residents of Surrey and ensure no one is left behind.We are incredibly proud of our fantastic Adults residential homes which provide quality service to those with learning difficulties. We have invested in our homes and staff to maintain a service that is ambitious, innovative and responsive to the needs ofthose who live there, enabling them to live as independently as possible.Our team have been working together for some yearsand provides new members a welcoming friendly atmosphere, supporting you to become comfortable in your new position. Surrey offers a full Induction Training Programme, scheduled on to your rota. New staffwill have full support to complete your induction programme along with the mandatory courses, with further training for your own development. You will receive regular staff supervision and annual appraisals.In this role you will have the opportunity to;

Assist the management team in the delivery of front-line care services.
Manage day to day activities of small team in a separate units / houses.
Undertake assessments, implement support plans, maintain records & develop individual programmes.
Support individuals with day to day living including accessing community, domestic chores, personal care and medication.
Assist in review of quality of careneed ability to review and assess processes and practices.
Liaise with carers, relatives, colleagues and other agencies.
Motivate and mentor the team around you

Please note that this role involves shift work and working alternative weekends.To be considered for shortlisting to interview for this position your application we would love to hear about your;

Significant experience within a social service, residential, or health setting.
Knowledge of current legislation and standards in relation to the service.
Understanding of the needs and aspirations of adults with learning difficulties who may have additional physical or sensory disabilities or mental health needs.
The ability to communicate with people with physical, cognitive, or learning difficulties.
Experience of working as part of a team and an understanding of how to develop and motivate colleagues.

At Surrey, our values and behaviours are just as important as our skills and abilities. They shape who we are as an organisation. Find out more about the values we follow. Additional InformationThe job advert closes at 23:59 on 19/02/2023. Interview dates to be confirmed.An enhanced DBS Disclosure and Barring Service check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Childrens and Adults Barred List checks will be required for this role.Contact DetailsFor an informal discussion please contactBibi Jaufaraully on .We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.BenefitsFrom flexible working to job sharing (where possible) we are committed to providing a healthy work life balance. A laptop and mobile will be supplied if applicable to your role. You will benefit from 26 days annual leave, rising to 28 days after 2 yearsservice, a generous local government salary related pension, as well as the option to join our car lease scheme. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visitMyBenefitsfor Surrey County Council staff.Our CommitmentSurrey County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflectingthe community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.

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