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About the role
As a Senior Support Worker, you will be working as part of the care team, recognise and facilitate the daily needs of residents, conduct formal supervisions and appraisals, as well as, contributing to care planning and coaching support workers. With an emphasis on high quality, the purpose of the role is to maintain the personal care needs of residents, respecting the dignity of the individual and promoting independence.
This Specialist Services provides support for people with learning disabilities and complex needs, including those who would benefit from living in a more peaceful setting.
We successfully meet those needs by delivering the positive behaviour support (PBS) model of care, which is at the core of all we do. The PBS values include person-centred care, promoting choice and independence, participation and inclusion. This approach must be applied to all the people we support to empower them to live a meaningful and happy life, within an environment which grows and adapts with each individual.
We endeavour to understand what the person is communicating and respond in a proactive way to meet their needs, as well as offering an alternative behaviour, thereby reducing the likelihood of behaviours of concern or distress. You will be role modelling this approach and supporting staff to apply PBS in all they doprovides support for people with learning disabilities and complex needs who would benefit from living in a more peaceful setting.
Reports to: Home Manager/Deputy Manager/Nurse
Skills and attributes
* Previous experience in a senior care role.
* Strong communication and leadership skills.
* Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
* Empathetic and caring nature.
* Full UK Driving Licence is preferred, but not essential.
Education and qualification
* You will have, or be working towards, NVQ3 in Health & Social CareDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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