Senior support worker jobs

Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. We are currently recruiting a Senior Support Worker to join our person centred supported living service in Morecambe for adults with learning disabilities.

Candidates need to be honest, trustworthy and work in a person centred way, respecting the individuals they support and assisting them to meet their goals in life. Our Senior Support Workers should also strive to be the best that they can be and should take pride in their work. You will be responsible for providing respectful personal care, practical and emotional support, whilst helping to ensure service users are able to enjoy valued fulfilling lifestyles.

You will be positive and flexible in your role, accepting leadership from our supportive management team who will assist you in developing your ongoing career in social care. We have a range of courses available through our Training Department to further your professional development.

Vacancy Reference Number: 86566

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas

We are currently seeking to employ an enthusiastic Senior Recovery Worker who has knowledge and experience in the field of mental health. We require a dynamic, motivated, pro-active and well organised individual who has the ability and skills to successfully lead the co-ordination and management of our 24hr service for adults with mental health needs.

Our Mental Health Residential Service in Burslem provides recovery focused support which is tailored to each individual’s support plan.

You will be required to have the vision and flair to lead the staff team in providing the highest standards of customer care and person-centred service delivery which meets the standards of set out by our commissioners and The Care Quality Commission (CQC).  We work in partnership with commissioners and the multi-disciplinary team to provide a coordinated service which achieves positive outcomes for the people we support.

You must have experience in supervising and mentoring a team and must have excellent communication skills. Relevant experience and qualifications are required such as NVQ Level 3/5, DipSW or a management qualification.

Vacancy Reference Number: 87366

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.

Are you passionate about delivering high quality, respectful, and person centred care and support to individuals in Newbury, Berkshire? Creative Support are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced individual to join us as a Senior Support Worker and lead a passionate and friendly team of staff to support individuals living in their own homes.

Our service in Newbury, Berkshire provides excellent care and support to individuals with learning disabilities. As Senior Support Worker, you will work alongside the Team Leader to assist with the coordination and delivery of high-quality outcome-focused, person centred support to tenants. You will be positive about supporting people to increase their independence and ensure that they are at the centre of all decisions made about their lives. 

Your role will include:

· Developing and leading the team to enable the tenants to have a high quality of life, and to be important and valued members of the local community

· Be responsible for ensuring personal, practical, emotional and social support is delivered at all times

· Assisting our Team Leaders and Registered manager in ensuring all residents receive the highest quality and care and support

At least two years’ experience in providing care and support to people with a range of complex support needs is essential for this role. As Senior Support Worker, compassion, motivation, diligence and an ability to empathise with individuals is also essential.

You must be warm, well organised, and conscientious and demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills. You will be required to work on a rota, undertaking early, late and weekend duties as required.

Vacancy Reference Number: 87347

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Support Worker to join our friendly team in Wakefield, West Yorkshire.

We are looking for a motivated and experienced individual to work at our supported living services providing support for adults with a learning disability, physical needs and support needs.

Our mission is to provide a safe, homely environment in which adults with additional needs can live as independently as possible whilst receiving bespoke packages of care and support that fulfil their needs.  We are looking for someone who can lead a team of dedicated support workers to achieve positive outcomes for service users; this will include organising activities and events, helping to coordinate and deliver individual packages of care and support, being able to motivate others to provide the best support.

Your role will include:

• Provide excellent, respectful and individualized support to all service users.
• To develop sincere and trusting relationships with service users and to encourage them to express their needs, views and concerns.
• Support the management and co-ordination of service delivery, effectively meeting the needs of the service users.
• To provide mentorship; support and guidance for the staff team working within the service; including deploying staff and managing rotas.
• You will need to be able to work flexibly according to the needs of the service to include daytimes, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

At least one years’ experience in providing care and support for adults with a learning disability, physical needs and support needs older people is essential for this role. As a senior support worker you will be compassionate, motivated, diligent and able to empathise with individuals.

You will be warm, well organised, and conscientious; you will be able to demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills. You will be required to work on a rota, undertaking early, late and weekend duties as required. Senior support workers are expected participate in an on-call rota.

Vacancy Reference Number: 86547

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.

We are looking for a calm, resourceful and enthusiastic Senior Support Worker to join our friendly team to make a difference to the lives of people living in a service provision in Shipley, Bradford. You will provide person-centred care and support to individuals with mental health and autism needs, enabling them to take part in all aspects of everyday life and enjoy a wide range of activities. You will have skills in positive communication and engagement, and will be able to demonstrate unconditional positive regard for the people we support. You will have the maturity to be able to work within a positive behaviour support framework, to accept responsibility and to grow in confidence as a skilled practitioner. You must be able to follow agreed guidelines and to work positively within a consistent and mutually supportive team.

As a Senior Support Worker, you will assist the management team to lead and supervise a team of Support Workers to implement individualised support, ensuring consistency and effective communication throughout. Prior experience of supporting adults with mental health is essential. You must also have (or be willing to work towards) a relevant qualification, such as the NVQ Diploma in Health and Social Care level 2 or 3.

You will be required to work in a flexible manner on a rota which includes evenings and weekends.

We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed.

Vacancy Reference Number: 86563

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number.

Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. SVC: GFS

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Support Worker to join our team in Coppull, Chorley. We are looking for a motivated and experienced individual to work within our supported living service for adults with learning disabilities, physical needs, and support needs. Your role will involve providing consistent, positive support, helping each person achieve independence and outcome-focused goals within their own person-centred plan.

As a Senior Support Worker, your duties will include ensuring that all service users receive high-quality, individualised, person-centred support, providing mentorship, support, and guidance to the staff team, developing warm and trusting relationships with service users, and encouraging them to express their needs, views, and concerns. You will also support the management of service delivery, effectively meeting the needs of the service users. Flexibility is essential, as the role may require working evenings and weekends.

Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities and support needs, being part of a team dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centred care.

Vacancy Reference Number: 86542

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are also unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Support Worker, with the commitment and positive attitude to work alongside a Project Manager to support and supervise a dedicated staff team and deliver high quality support to adults in supported living settings at our Durham Services

You will provide personalised, practical, emotional and social support to adults enabling them to lead the lives they want to live.

You will have skills in positive communication and engagement and will be able to demonstrate unconditional positive regard for the people we support. You will have the maturity to be able to work within a positive behaviour support framework, to accept responsibility and to grow in confidence as a skilled practitioner. You must be able to follow agreed guidelines and to work positively within a consistent, mutually supportive team ethos. You will be well organised and able to deploy staff reliably and effectively to meet the needs and preferences of the people we support.

You must be willing to actively embrace all aspects of the role including support with personal care and domestic tasks as well as community activities such as walking, accessing local disco, visiting museums, and places of interest.  The ability to support people who can express their needs though challenging behaviour at times is essential.  Prior experience in this field of work is beneficial, although not a substitute for an engaging, creative and person centred approach. We will value the personal skills and interests you bring to the role and to the lives of the service users.

Your role will include:

• Encouraging service users to engage in a range of exciting social activities both within and outside their homes,
• Developing warm and trusting relationships with service users and their families enabling them to enjoy their time at the service to the fullest

Full time hours and part time hours available and a willingness to work sleep in’s, shift patterns cover early, mid and late shifts.

Vacancy Reference Number: 86530

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Do you have the commitment and positive values to make a difference to the lives of people living in a supported living service and Day Services in Horsforth, Leeds?

We are looking for a calm, resourceful and enthusiastic Senior Support Worker to join our friendly team. You will provide person-centred care and support to tenants, enabling them to take part in all aspects of everyday life and enjoy a wide range of activities. You will have skills in positive communication and engagement, and will be able to demonstrate unconditional positive regard for the people we support. You will have the maturity to be able to work within a positive behaviour support framework, to accept responsibility and to grow in confidence as a skilled practitioner. You must be able to follow agreed guidelines and to work positively within a consistent and mutually supportive team.

The service is characterised by a high level of service user and family involvement and we are keen to develop this further. You will have the opportunity to undertake the responsible role of being a Key Worker/Co-Key Worker. This will enable you to plan alongside members of the person’s wider support network, to enable individuals to be happy, healthy and successful in achieving their wishes and aspirations.

You must be willing to actively embrace all aspects of the role including support with personal care and domestic tasks, as well as social engagement and community activities such as walking, swimming and going to the gym. The ability to support people with a wide range of presenting needs is essential. As a Senior Support Worker, you will assist the management team to lead and supervise a team of Support Workers to implement individualised support, ensuring consistency and effective communication throughout. Prior experience of supporting adults with learning disabilities is essential. You must also have (or be willing to work towards) a relevant qualification, such as the NVQ Diploma in Health and Social Care level 2 or 3.

Vacancy Reference Number: 87352

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number.

Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.

Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to

individuals with a wide range of care needs. We are currently looking to add an Acting Senior Support Worker to our team in Accrington, Lancashire.

We are recruiting a proactive, motivated, and professional Acting Senior Support Worker to provide person centred support to our residents with a range of support needs, primarily learning disabilities. No two days will be the same at this service as we support our service users to follow their passions and engage in a range of activities including: movie nights, gardening, board games, arts and crafts and many more!

Senior Support Duties include:

· Develop and sustain warm and trusting relationships with service users.

· Enable service users to gain independence, confidence and competence in areas such as: social skills/relationships, personal care and hygiene, daily living and many more.

· Assist service users in the administration and monitoring of prescribed medication following the Scheme’s Medication Policy.

· Offer support and supervision to junior staff, relief staff, students and volunteers as appropriate, under direction of the Supported Living Manager.

You must have at least one years’ experience in supporting people with learning disabilities.

Vacancy Reference Number: 81731

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.

Senior Support Worker
Sale
£25,000 - £25,642 per annum (Once 6-month probation is passed)

Additional payments for night shifts (£12 per night - £55 for sleep-in)

Full or Part Time opportunities available.
 

• Have you worked in an adult social care or nursing setting?
• Experience of being a team leader or have at least 1 year of care experience?
• Do you want to progress to a Senior Support Worker?
   

Then Stockdales is the company for you! A charity based in Sale, just south of Manchester City Centre, we have over 70 years’ experience supporting people with learning and physical disabilities.
 

We pride ourselves on supporting our residents and service users to live their best lives to the fullest. Offering, high quality health and personal care for long-term residents of all ages. We have five 'luxury' style homes in Sale, with modern interiors and state-of-the-art lifting equipment and mobility aids, along with a day service in Altrincham.
 

Come and join the fun working environment here at Stockdales. You will be offering day to day, person centred care, which includes, activities and day trips planned weekly with residents and service users which includes – swimming, trips to the seaside, museums, sensory walks, and activity breaks across the country.
 

What you will receive whilst working for us:
 

• A competitive salary
• Enhanced pay for bank holidays and on call
• Excellent internal and external training offered
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Mileage paid for travel during work hours
• 28 days holiday per year pro rata inclusive of bank holidays
• Increased holiday entitlement with service
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to Wage Stream
• Medicash – includes access to 24hr GP, money off shopping and going out, wellbeing aids
• Life Insurance Scheme
• Monthly staff prize draw
   

What we want in return:
 

• Ideally a minimum of 1 year experience working in care with the ability to lead shifts
• Caring, self-motivated staff members who have passion and want to help people with learning disabilities and complex health care needs
• Have basic IT skills-Microsoft word and email. Ability to read and write and have basic numeracy skills is essential to this role
• Be Prepared to undertake a professional qualification relevant to the role, such as a level 2/3 RQF/NVQ
• Commitment to training and to progress to a shift leader
• Committed, reliable and willing to work as part of a team
• Flexibility- willing to work weekends and bank holidays
• Satisfactory DBS check, 2 references
   

You will go home at the end of your shift satisfied and feeling like you have made a big difference to the people you support.
 

If this job is for you, we want to hear from you.

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Senior Support Worker to join our team in Salford. Our services support individuals with learning disabilities and intensive support needs across two shared supported living services and four flats, empowering them to lead fulfilling lives.

This role involves providing respectful personal care, administering medication, and assisting service users with daily tasks. You will work closely with individuals, their families, colleagues, and professionals, ensuring the best outcomes. Additionally, you will oversee staff development, including training, supervision, and appraisal, while supporting managers with business planning, service improvements, and regulatory compliance.

We require a minimum of two years’ experience in care, a Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification, and previous staff supervision experience. Flexibility to work on a rota, including sleep-ins, is essential. If you’re ready to be part of a supportive and dynamic team that makes a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Vacancy Reference Number: 86537

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Support Worker to take on the role of Senior Support Worker in our busy complex supported services. It is essential that the applicant has experience with working with people with complex needs. 

The successful applicant will support senior managers to provide high quality services across some of our welcoming supported living and services.

The people we support enjoy energetic lives and we are passionate to support people to achieve their dreams and aspirations in addition to promoting their health and wellbeing. We welcome candidates who like to think outside the box, who promote meaningful experiences and lasting relationships for the people we support to help them to feel connected to and valued by their communities.  We have a strong emphasis on supporting the development of independent living skills to promote confidence, emotional wellbeing and social capital.

You will need to have experience of working in the field of learning disabilities, mental health and autism, and have experience of leading and managing teams.

Vacancy Reference Number: 87346

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 33 days Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.

We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme.

Do you have the commitment and values to make a real difference to the lives of people with care needs? Are you passionate about empowering them to improve their quality of life, while supporting them to realise their hopes, dreams and aspirations?

Creative Support is a not-for-profit organisation which provides high quality, person-centred support to people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, mental health needs and dementia. The support we offer is tailored to the individual client’s needs and encourages independence and community engagement. 

We are seeking a warm, compassionate and proactive Senior Support Worker to provide person-centred care and support to our services users. You will be based in vibrant, inter-generational Cecil Gardens and be responsible along with the Registered Manager for the operational management and quality of the service, consisting of 165 clients, each living in their own flat. You are expected to collaborate with the Social Services and other stakeholders including the Area Manager to ensure that the highest care standards are met.

You will ensure an empowering service which meets the needs of our clients and works with their families and friends to promote a positive atmosphere. The ability to work in an empathic and holistic way to maintain client orientation and independence is essential. You must be flexible, energetic and reliable. We are a national provider employing a diverse team of well supported staff to deliver great services in Humberside.

You must be willing to embrace all aspects of the role including, but not limited to, providing support with dignified personal care and domestic tasks, and supporting individuals to access work, education and social opportunities. We value the personal skills and interests you bring to the role and to the lives of the people we support, such as, sports and outdoor pursuits, creative arts, music, and cooking to name but a few.

Previous experience in services for older people, people with dementia and memory loss is essential. Your approach will be warm, person centered, and respectful. Creative Support is committed to your continuous professional development and you will have the opportunity to explore your training and development needs.

Creative Support offers a great range of benefits for its staff, which include:

· Fully paid training courses in Leadership, Management and NVQ 4/5

·  Access to the staff benefits scheme where you can access a range of benefits including discounted prices and two for one offers at theme parks, shops, restaurants and various on-line stores.

Vacancy Reference Number: 82993

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.

We are seeking a warm, compassionate and proactive Senior Extra Care Support Worker to provide person-centered care and support to our services users based in Hattersley, Tameside.

Creative Support is working with a local housing provider who has recently developed a brand new scheme, which will be providing the highest standards of care to over-55 year olds in an independent living setting. 

As a key member of our team, you will assist the Management Team in delivering an empowering service that meets the needs of our clients, while fostering a positive atmosphere in collaboration with service users' families and friends. Flexibility, energy, and reliability are essential qualities for this role.

Embracing all aspects of the role, from providing personal care and domestic support to helping individuals access work, education, and social opportunities you will provide valued support via the unique personal skills and interests you bring in order to enrich the lives of those we support.

Working on a roster basis, your role will include evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins. Previous experience in caring for vulnerable adults is essential, but more than anything, we seek individuals with gumption and a can-do attitude.

Previous experience in services for older people, people with dementia and memory loss is essential. Your approach will be warm, person centered, and respectful. Creative Support is committed to your continuous professional development and you will have the opportunity to explore your training and development needs.

Gender is considered to be an occupational requirement – Equality Act 2010

Vacancy Reference Number: 87356

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK