Senior Support Worker

Main Purpose of Job:

To provide first line management and lead a small team of support staff. They will be responsible for
ensuring all current and newly referred individuals receive high-quality, person-centred supports

Main Tasks of Job:

• Ensure rotas are in place to meet contracted hours of provision and effectively support the
individual
• Ensure records of support provision are accurately maintained
• Ensure weekly returns are completed and sent to the appropriate section
• Implement and monitor service systems according to policy and Procedure
• Provide direct supervision to support staff
• Provide on-site coaching and mentoring to staff
• Lead staff in writing, implementing and reviewing support plans which reflect the interests
and wishes of the individual
• Identify staff training needs and plan to meet these in conjunction with the Team Manager
• To work on shift as agreed per service, providing direct support to the individual
• Promote and support inclusion throughout the service, identifying and discussing
employment and leisure opportunities in the community
• Facilitate Person Centred Planning as required

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as
necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the
organisation