Lead Senior Support Worker – Autism & LD Care (Days)

Blue Ribbon; Bolton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ribbon in Bolton seeks a Senior Support Worker on Days to lead care delivery for people with autism and learning disabilities, mentoring staff, and ensuring personal needs are met. You will follow care plans, maintain a safe, clean environment, and record daily notes.

This full-time role offers £14.24 per hour, with ongoing training and leadership opportunities in a dynamic team setting. You will participate in the Senior on-call rota, uphold safeguarding, and build strong partnerships with

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in a care environment.
• Background in health and social care with best practices.
• Ability to problem-solve and use initiative in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques.
• Proven ability to follow and maintain company policies and procedures.
• Flexibility to meet the needs of the service, including on-call rota.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support to people we support, meeting personal needs, daily living and social activities.
• Follow person-centred care plans with ongoing reviews with management.
• Administer and record medication accurately.
• Ensure service users access the community and develop independence.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment and high hygiene standards.
• Complete daily records, incident reports and key documentation.
• Support personal finances and relationships with family and professionals.
• Follow safeguarding policies and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Mentor and guide support workers and oversee daily documentation.
• Contribute to supervisions and performance reviews of staff.
• Organise and lead shifts with clear task allocation.
• Identify and escalate performance issues; participate in daily audits.
• Assist with inductions and participate in senior on-call rota.

Education

Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

Blue Ribbon in Bolton seeks a Senior Support Worker on Days to lead care delivery for people with autism and learning disabilities, mentoring staff, and ensuring personal needs are met. You will follow care plans, maintain a safe, clean environment, and record daily notes.

This full-time role offers £14.24 per hour, with ongoing training and leadership opportunities in a dynamic team setting. You will participate in the Senior on-call rota, uphold safeguarding, and build strong partnerships with