Senior Support Worker

**A Rewarding Career in Care**

**Overview**
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Senior Support Worker to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential support to individuals in our care home, ensuring their well-being and enhancing their quality of life. You will be responsible for assisting residents with daily activities, implementing care plans, and fostering a supportive environment. Your leadership skills and ability to communicate effectively will be vital in supervising and guiding junior staff members.

**Duties**
- Ensure the safety and comfort of residents within the care home environment.
- To help ensure that all junior staff contribute to the best of their ability to the efficient running of the house and the creation of the right atmosphere.
- Help residents with mobility problems and other physical disabilities such as incontinence; help in the care and use of aids and personal equipment.
- Help in the promotion of stimulating activities for residents.
- Answer nurse call system, emergency bells, the door and greet visitors.
- To be actively involved in the formation and evaluation of residents care plans
- Take part in staff and resident meetings and also in training activities and structured supervision as required.
- Maintain an awareness of the appropriate policies and procedures and ensure that such policies and procedures are adhered to.
- In conjunction with other members of staff, ensure that good communications with clients, relatives and other visitors are maintained.
- Be a key worker for allocated residents.
- Ensure that all information of a confidential nature gained in the course of your work is not divulged to third parties.
- Be aware of emergency procedures including fire precautions and drills.
- To comply with all health and safety policies.
- To report all incidents/accidents to the person in charge.
- To work alongside health and social care professionals who visit Campbell Snowdon.
- To be involved in the induction of new and junior staff.
- To administer prescribed medications for those residents who cannot self administer, according to policy.

**Requirements**:

- Previous experience in a care home or senior care setting is highly desirable.
- Strong leadership skills with experience in supervising staff preferred.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact effectively with residents and colleagues.
- Ability to develop and implement care plans based on individual needs.
- Proficient IT skills for maintaining records and documentation.
- A compassionate nature with a genuine desire to improve the lives of others is essential.

If you’re looking for a career that’s both meaningful and fulfilling, a role at Campbell Snowdon could be exactly what you're looking for. With full training provided, a supportive team around you, and real opportunities to grow, this is your chance to make a difference every single day.

At Campbell Snowdon, we believe that great care starts with great people.

**More Than Just a Job**

Being a senior support worker in a care home isn’t just about helping with day-to-day tasks - it’s about building genuine relationships with residents, offering companionship, and creating a safe, happy, and homely environment. Whether you’re helping someone start their day with dignity or simply sharing a laugh over a cup of tea, every moment counts.

Our team plays a vital role in improving the quality of life for our residents, and we’re proud to create an atmosphere of warmth, respect, and community.

**Why Join Us?**
- **Supportive, friendly environment** - You’ll feel like part of the family from day one.
- **Real career opportunities** - Whether you want to stay in care or progress into other roles within health and social care, we’ll help you get there.
- **Flexible hours** - We offer full-time and part-time shifts to suit your lifestyle.
- **Make a difference** - You’ll go home knowing you’ve had a positive impact on someone’s day - every single day.

Public transport links are poor so driving licence or transport would be essential.

**The Qualities We Value Most**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £13.79 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Free parking
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person