Senior Support Worker

The Lodge is a charming detached home in Langport, set beside Immacolata House and surrounded by stunning Somerset countryside. It offers dedicated care and support for individuals with learning disabilities

Role Overview
As a Senior Support Worker, you will take a lead role in delivering high quality, person centred care within a specialist complex care setting, supporting individuals with a range of complex physical and mental health needs.

You will take responsibility for the smooth running of your shift, providing clear direction and support to the team to ensure care is delivered safely, consistently and to a high standard. Alongside providing hands on support, you will respond to changing needs, incidents or concerns, maintaining a calm and well managed environment at all times.

You will oversee medication administration, ensure care plans are followed correctly and maintain accurate and up to date records. Working closely with the wider team, you will support effective communication and contribute to a structured, professional and consistent approach to care.

This role requires a confident, organised and resilient individual who can support both residents and staff within a complex care environment.

Contract: Full Time, Part- Time, Bank

Shift Type: Days & Nights Available

Contracted hours: 24-48

• 36.75 hours per week, worked over 3 days with alternate weekends
• Day and night shifts available, 7:00am to 7:15pm and 7:00pm to 7:15am

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, or willingness to work towards
• Medication training and competency in administration
• Experience supporting or leading within a care environment
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• A calm, reliable and compassionate approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills