driver Peterborough, England
Job description
Looking for a new challenge?
Fancy stepping up in care? Want to take on that extra responsibility, whilst working as part of a team? Are you caring, reliable and compassionate and want to make a difference in someone’s day making it that extra bit special?
We have a fantastic opportunity at our Residential service in Paston, Peterborough as we look for our next Senior Support Worker/ Team Leader! You will receive £11.90 per hour/ £23,204 per annum.
At this 10 bedded service, we support 9 Individuals who have communication, mobility with additional health needs. They enjoy participating in activities in the house and community.
As the Senior Support Worker/ Team Leader, you will split your time between supporting the individuals and spending 6 hours a month completing administration tasks and help lead the team with the support from the Deputy & Registered Care Manager. You will be planning, coordinating and supporting activities at the home.
Care is provided around the clock. We take particular pride in the range of activities and wellbeing events we provide. You will often find yourself out on day trips, or activities such as walks in the park or Hydro sessions at the pool or visiting the local café or pub for social events.
We’re looking for enthusiastic applicants who are:
Positive, with a can-do attitude.
Enthusiastic to participate in a wide range activities.
Caring and empathetic.
Passionate about enhancing other people’s lives. No two days will be the same
Here at Sense, we support people with complex disabilities to live the life they choose. Your priority will be empowering the people you support to live an independent life.
This role in Paston, Peterborough might include:
Supporting individuals / groups / teams within the home, center and community.
Providing a customised, responsive and high quality service to people with multiple sensory impairments, physical and/or learning disabilities who use Sense services.
Delivering services which meet or exceed organisational expectations and standards.
For this role you will require:
A full manual UK license and must be willingness to drive is required as you may be required to drive the company vehicle (to take individuals out in the community)
Experience of leading teams in a Social Care setting is essential.
Knowledge of or qualification in British Sign Language or the willingness to learn is desirable ( BSL / Makaton etc.)
Everyone we support is an individual, so their care is as unique as they are. Why work for Sense?
Sense is a national disability charity supporting everyone who is deafblind or has complex disabilities. We believe everyone should be able to take part in life, no matter their disability.
Our work empowers thousands of people who are deafblind or have complex disabilities to communicate, experience the world and fulfill their potential.
Work at Sense can be demanding and so isn’t for everyone, but it is also incredibly rewarding and valuable.
Benefits
Every other weekend off
Partnered up with an experienced ‘buddy’ throughout your probation period
Enhanced pay for any overtime completed
A happy and supportive work environment.
24 days of annual leave.
Free DBS check if your role needs one.
A £350 refer-a-friend scheme.
Headspace app - free access for all employees to mindfulness application Ready to make a difference?
To apply
Managers will use your supporting statement to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying.
Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.
No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
If you require any further assistance, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0121 415 6735 or [email protected]
Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. For more information please visit: https://www.sense.org.uk/about-us/equality-and-diversity/
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