Senior Support Worker

Job description

Role Overview Senior Support Worker – Make Every Day Matter!Location: Leatherhead, SurreySalary: £14.52 per hour (£28,314 per annum) plus benefitsHours: 37.5 hours per week, permanentDriving Licence: Manual UK licence essentialVisa Sponsorships: Not availableRole Context We are excited to welcome an experienced Senior Support Worker to join our residential home in Leatherhead. If you're someone who leads with empathy, champions quality of life, and believes in supporting people to live the lives they choose, while building genuine, trusted relationships, this could be the role for you.At SeeAbility, we support people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss to live the lives they choose, and every day, you can see the difference your support makes.What's in it for you? Guaranteed hours — peace of mind and consistencyPaid training and clear development opportunitiesA friendly, supportive team — you're never on your ownStream (formerly Wagestream) — access your pay when you need itLearn more about how we support and reward our colleagues:www.seeability.org/rewards-appreciationIs This You? Do you stay calm when things take time? Can you explain information clearly and more than once if needed? Do you value routine, structure and helping others feel safe and confident?This is a physical, hands‐on role , and to succeed you'll have:Good spoken and written EnglishPrevious experience in a similar role, idealA practical, active approach to work, with the ability to support people throughout the dayA full UK manual driving licenceExperience with administering of medicationsPrevious experience supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and physical disabilitiesQCF in Health & Social Care Level 2 Diploma (or equivalent) with willingness to undertake a level 3 in Health & Social Care, and demonstrate reasonable knowledge of regulatory standards for supported/residential livingIf you genuinely care about people, we can teach you the rest.How Will You Make a Difference? As a Senior Support Worker, you'll help people live fuller, more independent lives by:Supporting daily routines from morning to bedtimePlanning and enjoying person‐centred activities — walks, swimming, shopping and trips outBuilding trusted, respectful relationships that support confidence and wellbeingKeeping clear and accurate recordsWorking closely with colleagues and professionalsThis is a role where building strong relationships is just as important as providing practical support.Learn more about the role and watch our Day in the Life of a Support Worker video to bring it to life!www.seeability.org/seniorsupportworkerWelcome - SeeAbility CareersApply today and start making a real difference with SeeAbility!Who You'll Be SupportingJoin Our Amazing Team at Surrey Views Surrey Views is a vibrant residential home where adults with learning disabilities, autism, and sight loss are empowered to live life their way. We celebrate individuality, encourage choices, and make every day meaningful. Our community is active and full of life—whether it's exploring Leatherhead Town Centre, enjoying music lessons, getting creative with arts and crafts, or tending to the garden.If you're looking for a role that's rewarding, fun, and packed with new experiences, we'd love to hear from you!You'll be making a real impact with people who have:Physical disabilitiesEpilepsyMental healthAutism and learning disabilitiesVisual impairmentsIf you're compassionate, resilient, and ready to learn , this is your moment. It's hands-on, it's heart-led, and yes — it's brilliant.Could This Be Your Next Step?Do you want more than "just a job"?Are you looking for a role where small moments make a big difference ?If so, we'd love to hear from you!!#INDSJSCompany Information and Safeguarding Our BenefitsWhy Join Us as a Support Worker? We don't just offer jobs — we build careers and celebrate people.www.seeability.org/rewards-appreciationSafer Recruitment SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment.Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including:Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (where appropriate)Identity, current address and right-to-work verificationHealth declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offeredEmployment references relating to work with children or vulnerable adultsAll checks are completed at SeeAbility's expense before a start date is confirmed.Diversity & Inclusion We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including disabled and neurodivergent candidatesReasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment processIn exceptional circumstances, a genuine occupational requirement may apply under the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1)For this role, gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leatherhead

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

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