Senior Support Worker in Barnsley inBarnsley PUBLISHED WED 22 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
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Senior Support Worker Job details Posting date: 22 October 2025 Salary: Not specified Additional salary information: Up to £12.71 per hour Hours: Part time Closing date: 10 November 2025 Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire Remote working: On-site only Company: Creative Support Job type: Permanent Job reference: 86879 Apply for this job Summary We are seeking a warm, caring senior support worker to provide personalised care and support in, our extra care services Westmeads in Royston and Fitzwilliam Court in Hoyland, Barnsley, which enables older people to maintain an active and independent lifestyle. This service enables older people to maintain their wellbeing and to enjoy an active and independent lifestyle. Your rewarding role will include: Providing respectful, dignified personal care and emotional support to people according to their needs and preferences Preparing meals and refreshments and supporting people with nutrition & hydration Assisting with household and everyday living tasks, involving people as fully as possible to maintain their independence Supporting people to take medication and administering medication as needed Enabling people to take part in activities within the scheme and to enjoy relationships with others Supporting residents to maximize their health & wellbeing, independence and quality of life Responding to changing needs and emergencies and supporting people to live safely Working positively with each person supported and their family, health professionals and housing officers to provide a coordinated service which meets their desired outcomes We can offer you a variety of shift patterns to suit your circumstances but it is expected that you will work flexibly to meet the needs of the service and travel between the two services is expected. Shifts currently include mornings, afternoons, evenings and waking nights. You must be compassionate, respectful and able to work in a reliable and accountable manner with a strong duty of care to the people we support. You will need to demonstrate a reasonable standard of verbal and written English and be able to contribute to recording systems. You must be reliable and able to be vigilant and responsive to emergencies and urgent needs as they arise. You must also be able to carry out the physical demands of the role which includes supporting people with moving and positioning. Vacancy Reference Number: 86879 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organisation – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK
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Working as a Senior Support Worker in the UK requires a combination of interpersonal, practical, and organizational skills. Here are some key skills and qualifications that are typically expected:
Interpersonal Skills
1. Communication Skills: Clearly conveying information to clients, families, and team members is crucial. This includes both verbal and written communication.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and addressing the emotional and psychological needs of clients, particularly those who may be vulnerable or experiencing difficulties.
3. Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, support workers, and agencies to provide comprehensive care.
Practical Skills
4. Personal Care Skills: Assisting clients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
5. Crisis Management: Ability to remain calm and make decisions in emergency situations.
6. Health and Safety Awareness: Understanding health and safety regulations related to the care environment and ensuring a safe setting for clients.
Organizational Skills
7. Time Management: Effectively managing time to attend to multiple clients and ensuring that all care plans are implemented.
8. Record Keeping: Accurately documenting client progress, incidents, and communications as required by care regulations.
Leadership Skills
9. Supervisory Skills: Leading and mentoring junior staff, offering guidance, and conducting performance reviews.
10. Conflict Resolution: Handling conflicts or issues that arise within the team or with clients, finding resolution through negotiation and effective communication.
Knowledge and Qualifications
11. Qualifications: Typically, a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is required. For senior roles, a Level 5 Diploma or equivalent in Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care may be preferred.
12. Understanding of Care Standards: Familiarity with legislation, policies, and best practices in social and health care, including the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act.
13. Specialized Knowledge: Depending on the role, knowledge in areas such as mental health, learning disabilities, or elderly care may be needed.
Continuous Professional Development
14. Training in Relevant Areas: Ongoing training in first aid, safeguarding, health and safety, and specific conditions related to the client group.
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