Senior Support Worker

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Make a Difference Every Day - Join WestcroftSenior Support WorkerTring, Hertfordshire£28,899 per annumFull-time - 37.5 hours per weekWestcroft is a vibrant supported living service supporting adults with learning disabilities across three main buildings and community homes. Guided by our five core values, we work together to create an inclusive, respectful environment where people feel valued, supported and empowered to live as independently as possible.As a Senior Support Worker, you will balance hands-on support with leadership and administrative responsibilities to help ensure the smooth running of the service.We are seeking someone who brings:experience in the care or support sectora positive, can-do attitude and a genuine passion for helping othersstrong communication skills and the ability to adapt to individual needsflexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidayscommitment to equality, diversity, and person-centred carea care certificate or willingness to undertake a care qualificationShift patterns include:Working Pattern: Includes 2 admin days per week.Shift Times: 7:00am-3:00pm, 7:30am-3:30pm, 8:00am-4:00pm, 12:30pm-8:30pm and 2:00pm-10:00pm.Additional Requirements: Participation in the sleep-in rota (paid at a flat rate of £52.78)About YouYou are kind, adaptable and passionate about helping others thrive. With previous experience supporting people with learning disabilities, you communicate well, work collaboratively and bring a calm, reliable approach.A full UK driving licence and access to a car are essential.Hightown Benefits£28,899 per annum (37.5 hours per week)33 days annual leave, including bank holidays, rising to 35 days with serviceBlue Light Card, access to discounts for national and local retailersMileage paid for car usageWorkplace pension and life assurance (three times annual salary)Annual performance bonus and monthly attendance bonusLong Service AwardsAnnual salary and cost of living reviewOngoing training and developmentEmployee assistance helplineThe successful candidate must always maintain appropriate professional boundaries and understand their responsibilities in relation to positions of trust.All appointments are subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical clearances.We will be shortlisting and interviewing on an ongoing basis so may close the vacancy early.We are an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Employer.