Job Description

Senior Support Worker - Lindisfarne Court, Darlington

Salary - 26,832.00 per year, 13.76 per hour

Join Our Team as a Senior Support Worker at Lindisfarne Court, Darlington!

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? We have an exciting opportunity for a

Senior Support Worker

to become part of our dedicated team at Lindisfarne Court.



In this role, you'll combine hands-on support with leadership responsibilities--working alongside our team of support workers while assisting the Service Manager and Deputy Manager in the smooth day-to-day running of the service.

About Lindisfarne Court:

Our purpose-built residential home provides care and support for 13 adults with physical and learning disabilities. We pride ourselves on creating a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where every individual can thrive.



If you're a natural leader with a caring heart and a drive to make a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Essential Criteria:

NVQ 3 or equivalent in care Experience of working with vulnerable adults Experience of positive behaviour support and supporting people with complex health needs Experience of developing, reviewing and updating personal care plans Experience of managing and developing staff Promote health and wellbeing in people's lives Making everyday matter for the people we support The ability to be curious, aspirational and outcome focused Must be able to evidence effective leadership skills Working knowledge of CQC Key Lines of Enquiry Ability to motivate self and others Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and occasional night shifts Good working knowledge of IT including Microsoft Office packages particularly Word and Excel A full valid driving license and use of own vehicle (Desirable)

What We Offer:

Annual leave entitlement of 247.5 hours per year (pro rata, including bank and public holidays) Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme Health Cash Plan Bike to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Excellent training and development opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer

Please note that applications may close earlier than the stated deadline if capacity is reached.



An Enhanced DBS is required for this role and the cost of this will be covered by SJOG.



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For an informal chat regarding the advertised role, please contact Katie Simmons, Deputy Service Manager on KatieSimmons@sjog.org.uk