Senior Social Care Worker

Base pay rangeHours: 48Salary: £12.90 to £13.10 Hour (A higher range is offered to applicants with qualifications in health and social care)The role consists of shift work and weekends on a rota basis. We offer a range of working patterns to suit you, get in touch to see if we can help.Overview Of The RoleThe role of the Senior Social Care Worker is to provide support and guidance to a team of social care workers, whilst making sure you always provide the highest level of care and lead by example. You will also liaise with the seniors in the home reporting any matters of concern. You must have experience in the care sector and have the willingness to learn and expand on your previous knowledge. You will make a huge difference to people’s lives, enjoy days out, trips away and join many activities, ensuring the people we work with are safe, happy and lead fulfilling lives.Key dutiesSupporting adults with learning disabilities and complex needs in a residential care environmentSupervising a team and assisting with the overall management of the homeLiaising with managers and other shift leadersExecuting any tasks allocated in a professional, timely and accurate mannerSharing mealtimes with residents to encourage a positive attitude towards food and diningAssisting residents in their daily activities, both inside and outside the homeUsing your initiative during residents’ activities and day‑to‑day tasksPersonal attributesBeing patient, reliable, flexible, a team player and a good communicator are key characteristics of a successful Senior Social Care Worker.BenefitsLearning Academy – Adult Care Worker Level 2 and Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 qualifications for all staffHoliday entitlement – starting from 28 days inclusive of Bank HolidaysSick pay entitlementEmployee Assistance Programme – comprehensive health and wellbeing support for staffRefer a friend scheme – £500 when you recruit a friend to Choice CareChoiceversary – staff receive vouchers (£75 after 5 years, £100 after 10 years, £150 after 15 years)Christmas bonus – vouchers for all staff membersLife insuranceAnnual staff awards – £400 to each winner, over 30 winners this yearAdvanced Management Development Programme and Foundation Management Development ProgrammeA paid day off on your birthdayFree monthly prize draw – three winners receive £500 each, tax‑freeBlue Light Card eligibilityReclaim prescription costs for HRT and free feminine hygiene products on shiftWagestream – financial health app with payroll tracking, savings, pay advances and discountsMinimum service periods and apprenticeship funding eligibility applicable to some benefitsWho are we?Choice Care is one of the UK’s leading residential care providers for people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions. With over 30 years of experience, we are at the forefront of national best practice, achieve the highest CQC ratings, and are one of the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers for the second year in a row.Our homes are more than just a place to live; they’re a second family for everyone we support. We emphasize living life fully, with purposeful daily activities and regular social events, projects, outings and holiday breaks that foster confidence and independence.Where will you work?Wey View is a recently refurbished property in Addlestone, Surrey. The home supports up to ten men and women with learning disabilities, autism and associated complex emotional and behavioural needs. Wey View provides 24‑hour staffing, a Positive Behaviour Support Team, a Day Activities Coordinator, and tailored individual and group activity programmes, including transport for local travel and regular outings. #J-18808-Ljbffr