Senior Support Workers

Job description

We are seeking Temporary Senior Support Workers to join our team. You will work alongside people who use our services, supporting in a range of activities, including developing independence in daily living, accessing work/education and leisure activities.

BenefitsYou will enjoy an enhanced range of benefits designed to reward the outstanding support that staff provide. Some of these benefits start immediately, whilst others are awarded at later dates in recognition of loyalty, dedication and long service.

Competitive salary.

Employer pension scheme.

Enhanced company sick pay.

Enhanced maternity pay.

Access NI paid.

NISCC fee paid after two years service.

Generous paid annual leave.

Incremental increases to annual leave.

Paid bank and public holidays.

Birthday leave.

Option to buy and sell annual leave.

Long service awards.

Monthly staff cash prize draw.

Blue light discount card.

Employee Refer a Friend initiative.

Free Autism specific training.

Comprehensive induction training.

On-the-job learning.

Buddy/mentor for new staff.

Funded QCF development opportunities.

Continuous learning & development opportunities.

Line management support structure.

Regular 121 meetings.

Annual Performance review.

Culture of recognition.

24/7 employee assistance programme (confidential counselling helpline) available from day one of employment. Offering free support from experts on a wide range of subjects from childcare and probate, to managing money and work life balance.

Medicash health scheme, subject to eligibility.

Menopause support line as part of Medicash scheme.

Career break policy.

Cycle to work scheme.

Compassionate & Bereavement leave.

Wagestream financial planning and support App – enables you to access money earned before pay day, set up savings and more.

Essential Criteria

Six months supporting people with Autism, learning disabilities and associated conditions.

Be flexible to work according to the needs of our services.

NISCC registered or apply to register on appointment.

A full UK driving licence to be held for a manual vehicle for a minimum of 1 year.

Autism Initiatives are an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in employment and service delivery.

Registered Charity No: XR72211, NIC 104641.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Lisburn

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