Care Home Senior Support Worker

Overview

About the Company:

Family-owned Kingsley Healthcare is a UK top 20 ranked care home group employing over 2,000 staff and supporting 1,400 residents. Kingsley Healthcare boast a sector-leading 4.7 Glassdoor rating and take pride in being a Real Living Wage employer. Additionally, Kingsley Healthcare were ranked Number 1 in the UK for work wellbeing in recruiter Indeed’s Better Work Awards 2023, reflecting Kingsley’s caring ethos.

Role Overview

As a Senior Support Worker, you will be an integral part of the care team, responsible for recognizing and facilitating the daily needs of residents. Your duties will include:

• Conducting formal supervisions and appraisals
• Contributing to care planning
• Coaching support workers

With an emphasis on high-quality care, the purpose of this role is to maintain the personal care needs of residents, always respecting their dignity and promoting their independence.

Reports To:

Home Manager/Deputy Manager/Nurse

Candidate Requirements

This role could be for you if you have:

• Previous experience in a senior care role
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Good organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Empathetic and caring nature

Qualifications:

You will have, or be working towards, NVQ3 in Health & Social Care.

What Kingsley Healthcare Offer

In this role, you’ll experience the satisfaction of working with and being supported by an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. Kingsley Healthcare believe that the happiness of Kingsley Healthcare's staff directly improves the service Kingsley Healthcare provide to Kingsley Healthcare's residents. You will also have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, with established procedures and processes to assist you every step of the way.