Autism & Complex Needs Care Lead (Senior Support Worker)

Vetro Recruitment; Brecon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Training & development

Funded qualifications

Health plan

Career progression into leadership

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment in Brecon, Powys, Wales, is seeking a Senior Support Worker to lead shifts and oversee a team providing person-centred care to individuals with autism and complex needs. Based in Brecon, you will promote independence, wellbeing, and safe daily routines within the home setting.

The role offers a competitive salary of £32,800 with regular pay reviews, a travel allowance, and funded qualifications plus ongoing training and clear career progression into leadership positions.

Qualifications

• Leadership and supervision of a care team.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to motivate and mentor colleagues.
• Flexibility to work weekends and nights as required.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Leading shifts and overseeing team activities to ensure high-quality support
• Allocating duties and supervising support staff to promote effective teamwork
• Managing medication administration and maintaining accurate records
• Supporting individuals with autism in daily routines, promoting independence and wellbeing
• Assisting with personal care, meal preparation, and household activities within the home setting
• Encouraging participation in social, recreational, educational, and community activities
• Acting as a positive role model and mentoring less experienced team members
• Contributing to the review and development of person-centred care plans
• Collaborating with families, professionals, and colleagues to achieve positive outcomes
• Ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed and escalating concerns when necessary

Job description

Vetro Recruitment in Brecon, Powys, Wales, is seeking a Senior Support Worker to lead shifts and oversee a team providing person-centred care to individuals with autism and complex needs. Based in Brecon, you will promote independence, wellbeing, and safe daily routines within the home setting.

The role offers a competitive salary of £32,800 with regular pay reviews, a travel allowance, and funded qualifications plus ongoing training and clear career progression into leadership positions.