Senior Support Worker - £13.90/Hr – Barnsley, UK
Are you an experienced Support Worker ready to take the next step in your career? Do you hold a Level 3 Diploma (or equivalent) in Health and Social Care and want to make a genuine difference every day?
Making Space is a values-driven care organisation, and we are looking for a Senior Support Worker to join our team in Barnsley.
The role
As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a key part in leading a small team and ensuring high-quality, person-centred support is delivered at our Silver Street Respite Service.
This is a permanent, full-time role working 35 hours per week. You will support adults with a range of needs, including learning disabilities, dementia, mental health conditions and physical health needs, helping them live as independently as possible.
Key Responsibilities
*Supervise and support a team of Support Workers
*Delegate tasks and guide staff to deliver high standards of care
*Follow and review individual care plans
*Support with medication administration
*Assist with daily living tasks such as shopping and personal care
*Encourage individuals to access the community and stay engaged
*Ensure all support is delivered in line with company values
About our company
At Making Space, our values shape everything we do: Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage and Being Ready.
We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for both the people we support and our colleagues. We invest in our teams and promote from within wherever possible.
The Benefits
*Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn
*Electric car scheme (subject to criteria)
*Discounts on health and lifestyle services
*Up to 28 days holiday including bank holidays (pro rata)
*Double pay for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
*Option to buy and sell annual leave (within limits)
*Access to online learning and development resources
*Funded qualifications from Level 2 to Level 6
*Career progression opportunities
*Travel schemes and mileage paid at 45p per mile
*Pension scheme with minimum 3% employer contribution
*Paid sick leave
*Colleague recognition awards
The person
*Holds a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
*Has previous experience as a Support Worker
*Confident supervising or guiding others
*Values person-centred care
*Reliable, caring and organised
*Shares the values of Making Space
What’s next
Apply today to join Making Space and take the next step in your care career.