Senior Support Lead - Autism Care & On-Call Team

Espa; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks paid holiday

Company pension & life assurance

Meals on shift

Sick pay up to 3 months

Intensive induction

Family friendly policies

Job summary

Espa is seeking a dedicated care worker to support a Supported Living service for young men, with a focus on autistic adults and complex needs. The role emphasizes positive behavioural approaches and mentoring a team while maintaining high standards of care.

You will support the Team Leader, deputize during absences, and engage in ongoing training to ensure regulatory compliance and best practices in social care.

Qualifications

• Have a high level of commitment and flexibility towards service delivery.
• Have a level of fitness that enables participation in activities as part of agreed programmes.
• Although not essential, a clean driving licence would be advantageous.
• Have a mature and compassionate attitude and would be an excellent role model.
• Are able to work flexibly to best meet the needs of the people you will be supporting.
• Possess good verbal, written and IT skills as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have a qualification relevant to the role, or be willing to work towards one.
• Would be willing to deputize the Team Leader in their absence, including being part of a senior team providing senior on call cover.
• Be willing to develop your knowledge of the role of the Care Quality Commission as the regulatory body for social care provision

Responsibilities

• The successful applicant will have a defined role within the team, supporting the Team Leader in managerial tasks.
• The successful candidate will be expected to be part of a senior on call rota for the service.

Skills

Autistic adults care

Team supervision

Positive behavioural approaches

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Professional development

Education

Care qualification or willingness to pursue

Job description

Espa is seeking a dedicated care worker to support a Supported Living service for young men, with a focus on autistic adults and complex needs. The role emphasizes positive behavioural approaches and mentoring a team while maintaining high standards of care.

You will support the Team Leader, deputize during absences, and engage in ongoing training to ensure regulatory compliance and best practices in social care.