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Date Added: Fri 30/05/2025

Senior Support Worker

Cwmbran, UK
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Company: HOWARD FINLEY LTD

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £12.50 - £13.50 per hour

Senior Support Worker - Full Time

Location: CwmbranContract: PermanentHours: 39.37 hours per week (working pattern: 3 days one week, 4 days the next)Hourly Rate: Starting at £12.50 (subject to review after probation)

About the Role:

We are currently recruiting two experienced Senior Support Workers to join our team at a nursing home that provides specialist care for individuals with mental health conditions, physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and dementia.

This is a hands-on leadership role that requires confidence, compassion, and excellent organisational skills. As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a key role in ensuring high-quality care delivery and maintaining a safe, supportive environment for both residents and staff.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Administer and manage medication safely in accordance with policies and procedures

  • Allocate daily staff duties and coordinate shift planning

  • Liaise professionally with GPs, social workers, external agencies, and family members

  • Support residents with personal care, emotional wellbeing, and daily activities

  • Maintain accurate records, care plans, and reports

  • Promote dignity, independence, and person-centred care for all residents

  • Mentor and guide support staff and assist with training and development

  • Assist in safeguarding and ensuring compliance with all relevant care regulations

Requirements:
  • Proven experience working as a Senior Support Worker or in a similar supervisory care role

  • Medication administration experience is essential

  • NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) desirable

  • Strong communication and leadership skills

  • Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and bank holidays if required

  • A caring, compassionate, and proactive approach

Apply now to join a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional care in a supportive, person- centred environment.

Please note - This home does not offer sponsorship.

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