Senior Support Worker

Job description

39 hours per week

£27,104 per annum pro rata based on 39 hours per week

As a Senior Support Worker, you will be committed to supporting people in a positive, creative way that enables people to live a fulfilled life. You will support the Service Manager in leading a team who work hard to encourage the people we support to live as independently as possible and to be part of their local community.

Senior Support Worker, BootleAs a Senior Support Worker, you will be committed to supporting people in a positive, creative way that enables people to live a fulfilled life. You will support the Service Manager in leading a team who work hard to encourage the people we support to live as independently as possible and to be part of their local community.

You will demonstrate best practice and be a role model for the team. In your new role you will receive ongoing support to ensure your continued professional development and obtain your Diploma Level 3 in Adult Care (RQF).

Senior Support Workers are supported by the manager of the service where they are assigned to work. Senior Support Workers will deputise for the Service Manager where required. Staff are provided their working rota 4 weeks in advance by the Service Manager. Shift patterns will also include some evening and weekend work. Where sleep-in shifts are required at a service, this will be discussed further at interview with the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and your career.

Given the nature of the role, these positions are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure for the successful applicants. The cost of which will be met by Autism Initiatives.

What can we offer you?

Comprehensive internal training to get you started

Ongoing support and training when you're in post

Support to gain qualifications relevant to your role

Competitive pay rates

Generous annual holiday entitlement

Birthday day off

Pension Scheme – you will be enrolled into your local workplace pension scheme and your local payroll team will provide support

Access to a free Employee Assistance programme with qualified advisers trained to help, 24 hours a day, any day of the year

How do I apply?If you are interested in applying for this position and making a difference to someone's life then please complete the application form by clicking the "apply now" tab.

The Job description and person specification can also be found above the application form, on the apply now tab.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English