Role : Senior Support Worker
Location : The Poplars, Mirfield (WF14 0DQ)
Salary : £13.54 / hr
Hours : 22.5 37.5hrs per week (this will include alternate weekend working)
Shift times : 7am 2 : 30pm or 2pm 9 : 30pm Longer shifts also available. All roles include alternate weekend working.
The Poplars in Mirfield is home to 12 amazing adults with a range of disabilities and positive behaviour support needs. The vibrant and supportive team would love some enthusiastic and caring people to join them. Could this be you?
How will you support our adults?
- Supervising our dedicated team of Support Workers
- Promoting person-centred, high quality care
- Conducting supervisions and one to ones with staff
- Auditing, updating, and reviewing documentation
- Administering and auditing medication(s)
What we ask for from our staff :
- A desire to work towards the highest possible standards
- Experience in a similar setting, in a senior or leadership role
- An open mind and the ability to think outside the box
- A positive, can-do attitude and a friendly, caring nature
As an employer we offer :
- A competitive salary and great pension scheme.
- An open and supportive working environment.
- Comprehensive Training & Development opportunities.
- Paid pre-employment training to give you a head start.
- A wealth of opportunities to gain experience in a variety of skills.
- An employee rewards scheme with retail discounts and more.
What we look for from our staff :
- Confidence Trying new things, suggesting new ideas, and challenging poor practice when you see it.
- Curiosity Not being afraid to ask questions, being a team player, being driven to learn and develop.
- Happiness Being a reliable and positive person, being outgoing and vibrant, and enjoying the work you do.
- Kindness Focusing on ability, not disability. Supporting your colleagues, and being inclusive and caring.
Unfortunately we are not able to offer sponsorship to work in the UK, and we do ask that you have 6 months of UK based work experience (in any sector) before applying.