Senior Support Worker

We are recruiting a Senior Support Worker - Team Leader on a full-time, permanent basis to join the support team of a young man with a brain injury living with his family in in the Dewsbury area. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £15.00 per hour, and £16.00 per hour weekends.

We offer a bespoke Case Management Service for people of all ages, with a particular emphasis on those recovering from acquired brain injuries.  We have a reputation for taking on the more complex cases, and constantly strive to provide the most efficient and effective service possible.

Ultimately our aim is to empower and support people to reach their full potential and maximize their rehabilitation opportunities in order to promote the best quality of life.

Working hours:

34 hours per week Permanent - £15.00 per hour / £16.00 per hour weekends

The 34 hours will be worked across 3/4 day shifts per week on a rota basis including some Saturdays & occasional Sundays with a degree of flexible working to support the pursuit of interests in live music. Extra shifts will be available to cover holidays.

The Senior Support Worker - Team Leader Role:

• Contribute towards the planning and delivery of the individual care supporting in all aspects of daily living as our client has physical, sensory & cognitive disabilities and is wheelchair dependent  
• Provide leadership and support to the client and his ‘Care Team’
• Provide supervision and coordinate the delivery of care
• Work with the treating team of therapists (SALT, Physiotherapist & Occupational Therapist) to complete therapy programmes, motivate & engage the client in recreational & educational activities

What we are looking for in our Senior Support Worker - Team Leader:

• Experience of delivering therapy programmes is desirable but full training will be provided
• Experience of working with young adults with physical & cognitive impairment is Essential, the position is suited to someone who has a positive attitude plus the ability to motivate & engage
• A current driving license is essential with experience of driving a wheelchair accessible vehicle preferrable but not essential as training will be provided

If you would like to join our team as our new Senior Support Worker - Team Leader, then please click ‘apply’ today. We look forward to hearing from you!