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Essential
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- What you'll bring to the role
Previous experience as a Support Worker or Senior Support Worker is essential.
- What you'll bring to the role
Strong leadership and communication skills.
- What you'll bring to the role
Ability to supervise, coach, and motivate others
- What you'll bring to the role
Committed to promoting choice, dignity, and independence for those we support.
- What you'll bring to the role
Knowledge of care standards, policies, and safeguarding practices.
- What you'll bring to the role
Reliable, flexible, and proactive in problem-solving.
- What you'll bring to the role
A caring and respectful approach to supporting others.
- What you'll bring to the role
Ability to work flexibly and think innovatively.
- What you'll bring to the role
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- What you'll bring to the role
Commitment to upholding professional standards, policies, and procedures.
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Brecon Road is located in Abergavenny. We offer residential support for five females who have mental health needs. Our service is off a main road, a short walk from the town centre.We are dedicated to providing a stimulating environment for our residents where they can feel safe and flourish. Our team give the people we care for the greatest opportunity to reach their full potential, by providing nurturing, structured and supportive care.Due to the requirements of our residents, we can only consider Female candidates for this role and you will be required to work every other weekend.
What you'll be doing
- Supervise and support the delivery of person-centred support and care
- Provide leadership during shifts, including handovers, role allocation, and effective communication.
- Ensure residents have person-centred plans in place and are supported to participate in meaningful activities.
- Deliver team supervisions and contribute to professional development.
- Administer medication safely and in line with procedures.
- Manage service users’ finances and contribute to budget management in accordance with policy.
- Complete and oversee accurate record-keeping, reporting, and compliance with legislation.
- Monitor and support team performance, addressing immediate operational issues as needed.
- Maintain up-to-date training and knowledge to ensure safe and effective practice.
What we will give you in return
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
- Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs) up to £3000 (Terms apply)
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This advert is for Senior Support Support - Female with Priory Healthcare in Abergavenny, Wales. It is listed as a Support role role. The advertised salary is £13.95 / hour. The contract type is Permanent - Full Time. Check the source advert for the latest closing date before applying.
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