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Senior Support Worker
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Senior Support Worker – Ashwood Court Residential (Lowton, WA3 2RB)
Overview
We are seeking a Senior Support Worker to join the team at Ashwood Court Residential, based in Lowton, WA3 2RB.
- Salary: £22,214 per annum
- Hours: 32 hours per week, including some sleep-in shifts (paid at an enhanced rate).
At Making Space, we work passionately to make a positive difference in the lives of the people we serve, guided by our core values:
- Kind Hearts: Building empathy and connection to create belonging.
- Tailor Making: Customising support to meet each person’s unique needs.
- Dreaming Big: Fostering confidence and imagination to achieve big goals.
- Having Courage: Taking bold steps to drive change and improvement.
- Being Ready: Adapting and collaborating to overcome challenges.
Our mission is to ensure every person feels valued, respected, and empowered to live their best life.
Responsibilities
The Senior Support Worker will be responsible for:
- Supervising and delegating tasks to a team of support workers, ensuring high standards of values-based care.
- Delivering person-centred support to adults with conditions such as learning disabilities (LD), dementia, mental health problems, and physical disabilities.
- Responsibilities include:
- Implementing and reviewing care plans.
- Administering medication as required.
- Assisting with daily living tasks (shopping, domestic support, etc.).
- Sleep-in shifts are required as part of this role.
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Requirements
To join the team, you should:
- Have previous experience as a Support Worker to ensure effective supervision.
- Demonstrate a strong alignment with Making Space’s core values.
- Be able to work person-centred, providing tailored support.
- Commit to on-the-job training and, if desirable, pursuing professional qualifications (levels 2-6 in Health & Social Care, Management, or Admin).
Note: DBS checks and safeguarding training are mandatory for this role.
Benefits
Making Space supports career growth with a competitive benefits package:
- Earnings & Work:
- Flexible Starters – up to 30% cashback on wages as you earn.
- Holidays: 28 days per year (pro rata for part-time), including bank holidays.
- Pay Days: X2 pay for Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day.
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Flexible Leave:
- Buy/sell holiday (up to 2 weeks, within statutory limits).
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Health & Wellbeing:
- Private healthcare discounts via Bravo Benefits.
- Electric Vehicle Scheme (subject to salary sacrifice & regulations).
- Free access to a learning/e-portal library.
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Career Development:
- Investment in qualifications (Level 2-6) in Health & Social Care, Management, and Admin.
- Internal promotion opportunities – over 50% of senior roles are filled from within.
- Paid sick leave and pension scheme (minimum 3% employer contribution).
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Engagement & Wellbeing:
- Energy & Performance Hub (monthly & annual awards).
- Cycle-to-work & car maintenance support (45p/mile reimbursement for travel).
Applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in the UK.
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