We are seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker to join our compassionate team at Elsadene, a Specialist Mental Health Residential Home in Weymouth. Elsadene provides exceptional care for individuals with severe and enduring mental illnesses, helping them lead full, dignified, and independent lives. As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centered care while ensuring the safety and well-being of the people we support.

Our offer to you:

Location: Weymouth
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Pay Scale: £12.79
Contract: Permanent

Benefits and Perks:

One additional day leave on or closest to your birthday
Reward Panda, Blue Light card, TAP app, Concert for Carers
22 days + 8 Bank Holidays - increasing with length of service
Pay increasing with length of service
Mental Health and wellbeing support
Care Progression

About You:

You are team-oriented, an effective communicator, and a proactive listener. You may already possess or be willing to work towards a QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care. Above all, you are passionate about providing emotional and practical support to those in need.

Key Responsibilities:

Service Management: Assist with daily operations and team coordination.
Resource Management: Handle staff schedules, manage absences, and ensure adequate staffing.
Governance and Safeguarding: Adhere to protocols and manage service risks effectively.
Health and Well-being: Promote and maintain health and well-being standards.
Compliance: Ensure the service meets all regulatory requirements.
Team Leadership: Lead and develop a competent and compassionate team.
Professional Development: Engage in continuous professional learning and development.
Documentation: Ensure accurate and accessible service documentation.
Emotional Support: Respond to the emotional needs of the people we support.

Our Core Values:

Honesty: To always operate with transparency, fairness, and sincerity.
Inclusivity: Strive for equal opportunities and a valued community presence.
Dignity: Empowering a sense of individual pride and respect.
Kindness: Any act of kindness, no matter how small, can lead to great things.
Integrity: Uphold our principles and keep our promises.

Our Vision:

Pioneering support in an accessible, inclusive community.

Encompass Care is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome all applications and candidates. You will be treated with dignity and respect regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, race, religion, sex, and sexual orientation.

Ready to Join Us? We would love to hear from you!