Senior Support Worker in Colchester inColchester PUBLISHED MON 3 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
£13.46 to £14.56 per hour
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Salutem Care and Education rQv2TemB6
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Senior Support Worker Job details Posting date: November 2025 Salary: £13.46 to £14.56 per hour Hours: Full time Closing date: December 2025 Location: Colchester, Home Counties, CO4 9HB Company: Salutem Care and Education Job type: Permanent Job reference: 58365220 Apply for this job Summary About The Company At Salutem Care and Education, we are dedicated to ensuring that the individuals we support receive exceptional, empowering care from a team of highly trained and compassionate staff, within environments that are both warm and nurturing. We pride ourselves on being innovative, solution-focused, and committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for every person in our care. About The Role Drivers, with a full UK Manual license required for this role. As a Senior Support Worker, you’ll be instrumental in providing high-quality, enabling care, facing new challenges and rewards daily. Your leadership and expertise are key to our success. Key Responsibilities · Develop and maintain detailed, person-centred support plans that promote health, wellbeing, relationships, and diversity, while ensuring compliance with legal and safety standards. · Implement robust activity plans that encourage autonomy, new experiences, and flexibility, regularly engaging with individuals to seek their views. · Support individuals in financial planning, medication self-administration, and regular health reviews, adhering to the Mental Capacity Act principles. · Tailor the environment to meet individual needs, ensuring Health and Safety policies, including Fire Safety, are followed. · Recruit and manage staff through robust induction, supervision, and training processes, ensuring person-centred schedules and personal development plans. · Deliver outstanding care and support by adhering to Salutem's Quality Assurance framework, embodying core values, and managing incidents according to policies. About You: - Compassionate and Empathetic: Naturally caring and understanding. - Strong Communicator: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Detail-Oriented and Organised: Able to manage multiple tasks efficiently. - Proactive and Innovative: Always looking for ways to improve care delivery. - Committed to Diversity and Inclusion: Respectful of all backgrounds and beliefs. - Team Player: Collaborative and supportive within the team. Apply Now! Don’t meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply! At Salutem Care and Education, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment guided by our core values. Your potential and alignment with our values might be exactly what we’re looking for—sometimes more so than your current experience. If you’re excited about the opportunity to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you! Our Core Values: ➡️Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential. ➡️Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes. ➡️Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support. ➡️Unique: Innovating without compromising quality. ➡️Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect. ➡️Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved. ➡️Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities. Why Choose Us? ✅Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support. ✅ Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support. ✅ Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance. ✅ Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities. Still not convinced? We have been recognised as a Top Employer 2025 in the United Kingdom. We have been named as a Top 50 Inspiring Workplace Uk & Ireland We are a Disability confident committed company. We have a high percentage of Good or Outstanding homes and all our children’s home are rated Good or Outstanding. Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks.
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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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