Senior Support Worker

We are recruiting a Senior Support Worker to join our service in Westwell Leacon, Charing, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you’re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career - any truly make a difference!

About the Service - Cosy Lodge

Cosy Lodge is a care home which provides care and support for up to 7 people with learning disabilities or autistic spectrum disorder with additional physical disability needs.

The service is situated just off the A20 between Ashford and Charing and has on site parking.

The Role

You will:

• Lead and supervise a team of Support Workers, providing guidance, role‑modelling, and day‑to‑day direction.
• Deliver and oversee high‑quality, person‑centred support, ensuring support plans are followed, reviewed, and updated.
• Coordinate and participate in meaningful activities, appointments, and community engagement for the people we support.
• Maintain high standards of record‑keeping, completing documentation, incident reports, and reviews professionally.
• Participate in the Senior On‑Call rota, responding to staff queries, incidents, and operational needs as required.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Confident in leading a team within a care environment
• Passionate about person-centred support
• Professional, proactive, and resilient
• Able to work independently while also supporting and motivating others
• Skilled in communication (written and verbal)
• Caring, patient, respectful, and calm under pressure
• Able to manage challenging situations with confidence
• Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work rota-based shifts including Senior On-Call
• Committed to maintaining high-quality standards and excellent practice

Requirements

Willingness to work towards Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis

Drivers desirable but not essential

Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)

What We Offer

Recommend A Friend Bonus

Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Stakeholder Pension

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee Recognition Schemes

Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level

CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant

Our Values

Friendly

Positive

Innovative

Empowering

Person-Centred

Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day.

About CareTech

Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK.  The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex needs.  The Group was founded by brother Haroon and Farouq Sheikh, who continue to lead CareTech today, providing continuity of leadership, long term stability and a deep personal commitment to the people we support.

CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7–10 days.

Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

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