Senior Support Worker - Sherborne

Whether you’re experienced or new to care, we’re looking for caring and committed individuals to help us deliver high-quality support and bring our values to life. 

Our offer to you 

Location: Sherborne 

Hours:37.5 hours per week 

Pay: starting at £13.04 and increasing to £13.48 after passing probation 

Contract type: Permanent  
 

Benefits and Perks 

Birthday Leave – Enjoy an extra day off to celebrate your special day, either on or around your birthday 

Pension- Pension scheme with the People’s Pension 

Training- Ongoing refresher training, knowledge and opportunities to develop your career within the care sector 

Perks – Take advantage of fantastic benefits including the Blue Light Card, TAP app, Concerts for Carers, and our Reward Panda Scheme. Plus, your annual leave increases with your length of service. 

Wellbeing Support – Access free and confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), offering resources for your mental health and overall wellbeing. 

Refer a Friend Scheme - Both new starters and existing employees can earn a £250 bonus for successfully referring new team members. 
 

Key Responsibilities: 

Lead and Oversee Daily Operations 
Support the Team Leader in managing the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring high-quality, person-centred care is delivered at all times. 

Supervise and Develop the Team 
Provide guidance and oversight to support workers, ensuring they are trained and confident in complex care areas such as epilepsy management, PEG feeding, mobility needs, and communication support. 

Promote Safety and Governance 
Monitor and maintain safe working practices, safeguarding protocols, DoLS compliance, health and safety checks, and support with accurate record-keeping using systems like Nourish. 

Coordinate with Multi-Agency Partners 
Liaise effectively with health professionals (e.g., epilepsy nurses, district nurses), social workers, and families to ensure continuity of care and best outcomes for the people we support. 

Support Activities and Person-Centred Planning
Encourage meaningful activity, community engagement, and co-production of personalised support plans while promoting independence and dignity. 

About You: 

Experienced and Qualified 
You have experience in social care (preferably LD and MH) and hold or are working towards a Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification. 

Organised and Proactive 
You are confident managing shift rotas, supporting performance, handling risks, and communicating changes to the wider team. 

Compassionate Leader 
You lead by example with kindness and respect, empowering your team to provide outstanding care. 

Skilled Communicator 
You can communicate sensitively with people we support, families, and professionals, and can document and escalate concerns clearly. 

Driver with Flexibility 
You have a clean driving licence and are able to travel across locations when needed, offering flexibility and a ‘can-do’ attitude. 

At Encompass Care, we live by our values. These are more than simply words... they are the principles that guide everything we do;  

Honesty 

Integrity 

Kindness 

Inclusivity 

Dignity 

We will celebrate success, acknowledge limitations, and constantly strive to learn. 

Why work with Us?  

At Encompass Care we are proud to be known for delivering exceptional care and creating meaningful opportunities for adults with learning disabilities to thrive. Our commitment to staff development, strong values, and dedication to excellence make us a truly rewarding place to work. 

How to Apply: 
Apply now via our website www.encompasscare.org.uk