Senior Support Worker
CareTech UK
Hadleigh, BenfleetView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£29,182
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
Job description
Days out such as Theme Parks, Meals out, Social activities, Christmas markets etc.
Holidays and short breaks
Walks in the local park and community
Cooking and baking to develop life skills The Role You will: • Lead and supervise a team of Support Workers, providing guidance, role‑modelling, and day‑to‑day direction.
- Deliver and oversee high‑quality, person‑centred support, ensuring support plans are followed, reviewed, and updated.
- Coordinate and participate in meaningful activities, appointments, and community engagement for the people we support.
- Maintain high standards of record‑keeping, completing documentation, incident reports, and reviews professionally.
- Participate in the Senior On‑Call rota, responding to staff queries, incidents, and operational needs as required. Who We’re Looking For We’re seeking someone who is:
- Confident in leading a team within a care environment
- Passionate about person-centred support
- Professional, proactive, and resilient
- Able to work independently while also supporting and motivating others
- Skilled in communication (written and verbal)
- Caring, patient, respectful, and calm under pressure
- Able to manage challenging situations with confidence
- Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work rota-based shifts including Senior On-Call
- Committed to maintaining high-quality standards and excellent practice Requirements • Willingness to work towards Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care
- Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis
- Drivers desirable but not essential • Committed to maintaining high-quality standards and excellent practice What We Offer Recommend A Friend Bonus
Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays
Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level
CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant Our Values Friendly
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Adzuna
First seen
24 September 2026
Last checked
14 October 2026
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