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Senior Support Worker

Employer
Chailey Heritage Foundation
Location
North Chailey, Lewes
Salary
£21,668 rising to £23,084 per annum
Closing date
22 Aug 2019

Job Details

Chailey Heritage Foundation is a pioneering charity providing education, care and transition planning for young people aged 3-25 with complex physical disabilities and health needs.

Our aim is to provide a stimulating and inclusive environment where all young people are given every opportunity to make progress towards fulfilment and develop life skills in preparation for adulthood.

At Chailey Heritage Foundation we believe that every child and young person, no matter what their disability should have every opportunity to pursue their fullest potential. Our Support Workers are vital in ensuring that these opportunities can be achieved. 

We are seeking to recruit a Senior Support Worker who is compassionate, caring, committed and has experience in leading others to provide great care. 

We are currently recruiting for a full time Senior Support Worker to join our on-site residential teams, supporting the management of the team.

In this role your duties will include, assisting the House Manager & Deputy House Manager with the operational delivery of a residential service. You will lead and direct others to provide person centred support to children and young adults with physical disabilities and complex health needs.

Our aim is to promote independence and personal fulfilment so we are looking for those that can share in this passion. 

We are looking for those with the following skills & experience 

  • Experience in leading shifts or staff
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Health & Social Care
  • Experience of working with children and/or adults with disabilities
  • A basic knowldge of care standards and the requirements of OFSTED & CQC
  • A high standard of communication skills

Competitive rates of pay starting at £21,668 rising to £23,084 per annum

Application closing date:  Thursday 22 August

Company

Chailey Heritage Foundation is a pioneering charity providing education, care and transition services for children and young people with complex physical disabilities and health needs.

We are recognised as one of the UK’s leading centres for children and young adults with neurological motor impairment such as Cerebral Palsy, and we have a national reputation for our work in supporting young people’s communication and developing independence through powered mobility.

Our aim is to provide a stimulating and inclusive environment where all young people are given every opportunity to make progress towards fulfilment and develop life skills in preparation for adulthood.

Our charity encompasses Chailey Heritage School, Chailey Heritage Residential and Chailey Heritage Futures.

Company info
Website
Telephone
01825 724444
Location
Haywards Heath Road
North Chailey
East Sussex
BN8 4EF
GB

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