Senior Support Worker Job at Full Time NEW

Job Description Remember to check your CV before applying Also, ensure you read through all the requirements related to this role. We are recruiting a Senior Support Worker to join our service in Basildon, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career – any truly make a difference! About the Service Ashview Ashview House is a 11 bed residential service providing support for Adults with Learning Disability, Physical disability, Epilepsy and Adults on the Spectrum. Person centred care is very important to us at Ashview House. As a team, we focus on the abilities of the people we support and promote learning of new skills, thereby promoting independence and an improved quality of life. We have an open culture where staff feel safe to challenge bad practise, learn from mistakes, share knowledge and lessons learnt. The people we support are involved in the day-to-day running of their home. Service User Interests The people we support enjoy a wide range of activities, and Senior Support Workers play a vital role in enabling these experiences, including: Swimming Buccia games Bowling Meals out in restaurant of choice Holidays at least one per year Shopping Cinema Bus ride or walks Winter wonderland .and lots more The Role 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 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 Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis Drivers desirable but not essential Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech) What We Offer Recommend A Friend Bonus Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Free DBS Check Blue Light Card Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee Recognition Schemes 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 Positive Innovative Empowering Person-Centred Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day. About CareTech Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK. The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex needs. The Group was founded by brother Haroon and Farouq Sheikh, who continue to lead CareTech today, providing continuity of leadership, long term stability and a deep personal commitment to the people we support. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader. xcunqrw Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 10 days. Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. Strictly no agencies