Advanced Senior Support Worker

Trafford Council; Trafford; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Leave

Hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Leadership development programmes

Job summary

Trafford Council is seeking an Advanced Senior Support Worker to lead high-quality reablement work, including assessments, medication handling, and staff supervision. You will drive referrals, reviews and audits to improve outcomes for Trafford residents.

The role blends hands-on practice with leadership responsibilities, offering SMART working options and occasional out-of-hours and weekend cover. A DBS check and UK residency are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a reablement, health or social care setting with responsibility for supervising staff.
• Evidence of strong assessment skills including medication management and moving and handling.
• Experience of managing referrals, conducting reviews and promoting positive outcomes.
• Understanding of quality assurance, audits and continuous improvement within a CQC-regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality reablement support through robust assessments and supervision of staff.
• Lead on referrals, reviews and audits to improve service quality and outcomes.
• Contribute to quality assurance activities and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Reablement experience

Staff supervision

Medication management

Assessment skills

Quality assurance

Job description

Working Pattern: Full time (including one in five weekends as part of the management out of hours rota)

Working Arrangement: 36.25 hours per week / Monday to Friday 8am until 4pm - every 5th week working hours are 8am-11am then 4pm until 9pm remotely. Weekends and bank holidays 8am - 1pm then 4pm - 9pm (one in five weekends)

Interview Date/Type: Face to face

SMART Working: We aim to offer flexibility wherever possible. Many of our colleagues work from home one or more days a week and/or adjust their hours. We call this SMART working - giving you the freedom to shape your working pattern around your life, whilst still delivering great outcomes. Speak with the hiring manager about the range of flexible working options available for this role.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity within our team to build on our success and bring in new skills, experience and ideas. As an Advanced Senior Support Worker, you will be at the forefront of delivering high-quality reablement support through robust assessments in areas including medication and moving and handling, managing referrals, undertaking reviews, supervising staff, and contributing to audits and quality assurance activities. This rewarding role combines hands‑on practice with leadership responsibilities, giving you the opportunity to influence service quality, support colleagues to excel, and improve the lives of Trafford residents every day.

About You

Your approach will reflect our values and behaviours. You will be committed to learning and continuous improvement, working collaboratively with others to deliver high quality services.

Candidates should demonstrate experience of working in a reablement, health or social care setting, with responsibility for supervising and supporting staff. They should evidence strong assessment skills, including medication management and moving and handling, alongside experience of managing referrals, conducting reviews and promoting positive outcomes. Candidates must show an understanding of quality assurance, audits and continuous improvement within a CQC-regulated environment. We are looking for individuals who are organised, resilient, person-centred and able to communicate effectively, lead by example and work collaboratively with colleagues, professionals and service users.

Additional Information

This advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so please apply as soon as possible.

• An enhanced/basic DBS Check with children/adults barred list will be required.
• Any appointment made to this role will be subject to the appointable candidate being vetted under Greater Manchester Police clearance processes. A requirement of the vetting process is a minimum of 3 years residency in the UK.
• You will be required to drive in this role. You will be asked for a copy of your driving licence as part of the recruitment process.
• You will be required to work outside core hours as we deliver services from 8:00am until 9pm.
• You will be required to work on a rota and an unsocial hour’s allowance will be paid.
• Occasional evening and weekend work will be required to cover the management out of hours (one in five weekends).

Find Out More.

For the full details of this opportunity, please refer to the role profile linked below.

If you have any questions or would like an informal chat you can get in contact with the hiring manager, Danièle Schofield at [e-mail] or on 0161 912 1880.

About us

Trafford is a vibrant, inclusive borough at the heart of Greater Manchester. Home to 235,000 residents, four thriving town centres, over 11,000 businesses, and 60+ parks and green spaces. We’re a place where community and opportunity meet. With excellent transport links, a proud heritage as the birthplace of the NHS, world‑class sporting venues and outstanding schools, Trafford is a fantastic place to live, work, and thrive.

Why Trafford

We’re more than just a local authority; we’re a team of passionate people committed to making a real difference. We deliver essential services that matter, from education and social care to business support, licensing, libraries and leisure and much more. No matter what your role is with us, you will help us to create a borough where all our “residents, businesses and communities thrive.”

Our Culture

Our values are at the heart of everything we do. They’re not just words on a wall, they shape how we work together, make decisions, and support each other every day.

They help us create a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and inspired to do their best. If you share these values and want your work to have real purpose and impact, Trafford is the perfect place to grow your career.

What you’ll love about working with us

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development and work‑life balance:

• Generous Leave: Start with 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), with options to carry over or buy extra days.
• Flexible Perks: Discounts on car leasing, cycle to work, home tech, plus family friendly policies and hybrid working
• Invest in your future: Join our generous Local Government Pension Scheme for peace of mind.
• Grow with us: We’ll support your development at every stage! Through leadership programmes like our EPIC Manager, LEAP into leadership and senior leadership. Plus, you’ll have access to specialist qualifications and personal coaching to unlock your full potential.
• Wellbeing First: Guided wellbeing walks and “Tea and Talk” sessions, and events like World Mental Health and National Fitness Day.
• Connect with us: Connect with colleagues through our staff forums or join our Let’s Talk events to network, share ideas, and hear about the exciting work happening across our council.
• Be Celebrated: For all your hard work, ideas and contributions through at our annual Time to Shine event, our cheers for peers’ scheme or through our EPIC Star Awards.

Key Information

• Pre‑Employment Checks: If offered a role, as a minimum we’ll need to verify your right to work in the UK, receive two satisfactory references, and medical check. Trafford Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check.
• Please note: We are not a licensed sponsor and will not be able to support with your work visa.
• Privacy Notice: We respect your privacy. For details on how we collect, process, and protect your data, please click here: Recruitment and employment privacy notice | Trafford Council privacy notice | Trafford Council

Apply Today

If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team shaping a better Trafford for our residents, businesses and communities then we'd love to receive an application from you.

We want everyone to feel confident and supported throughout our recruitment process. If you need any help, adjustments or support at any stage, please get in touch with us at [e-mail]

After reviewing the role profile and submitting your application, successful candidates will be invited to a short interview to learn more about your skills and experience.