Senior Support Worker

Job summary

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Senior Support Worker to join our dedicated residential care team. The team at Derby House supports six ladies aged 40-75 with severe learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. This rewarding role focuses on delivering high-quality, person-centred care that promotes independence, wellbeing, and quality of life.

Working within a Positive Behaviour Support framework, you will provide compassionate, tailored support, assist with daily living activities, implement care plans, and work closely with health and social care professionals to meet individual needs. You will monitor progress, contribute to care reviews, and help create a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment.

Our residents enjoy active and fulfilling lives, including community activities, family visits, holidays, and new experiences. You will play a vital role in supporting them to achieve their goals, build confidence, and enjoy meaningful opportunities both at home and in the community.Parking is also available for employees at Derby House.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is caring, proactive, and passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives.

Main duties of the job

• Support individuals with daily living, promoting independence, working alongside and adhering to the persons support plan and risk assessments.
• Supporting with personal care.
• Supporting with health appointments
• Supporting people to go out to places of interest, go on holiday.
• Supporting making and cooking meals and drinks.
• Shift leading, ensuring a shift runs safely and smoothly.
• Administration of medication.
• Escalating any concerns around the health of an individual.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!