Senior Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Senior Support Workers to join their dedicated teams. This full-time role offers 37 hours per week, focusing on transforming lives and supporting autistic individuals in achieving independence and personal goals. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to providing sensitive support. The position comes with a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including a comprehensive induction program and flexible perks. If you are resilient and eager to make a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme

33 days annual leave

Comprehensive induction and training

Online staff discount scheme

Healthcare Cash Plan

Life Assurance at 2x salary

Flexible benefits

24-hour Employee Assistance programs

Free access to Headspace app

Refer-a-Friend scheme: £200 bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in management or shift leading within social care.
• Resilience and sensitivity to the needs of autistic individuals.

Responsibilities

• Helping individuals achieve independence and personal goals.
• Supporting and transporting individuals to integrate into their community.
• Developing home-making skills and personal chores.

Skills

Management experience

Leadership skills

Patience

Flexibility

Job description

Job Description: Senior Support Worker

The National Autistic Society is dedicated to transforming lives, challenging perceptions, and building a society that works for autistic people. We support individuals in understanding their diagnosis and its impact, providing residential and supported living services for autistic adults.

We are seeking passionate Senior Support Workers to join our teams. The ideal candidates will be resilient, supportive, and sensitive to the needs of autistic individuals, with experience in management or shift leading within social care. Leadership skills, patience, and commitment are essential. The role requires flexibility to meet the needs of the people supported, including evening and weekend work.

This full-time position offers 37 hours per week with a salary of £22,972.56 annually. Responsibilities include:

1. Helping individuals achieve independence and personal goals
2. Supporting and transporting individuals to integrate into their community
3. Developing home-making skills and personal chores
4. Transforming lives and achieving results for autistic adults

A valid driving license (minimum one year) is preferred.

Benefits:

• Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme
• 33 days annual leave (including Public Holidays), with buy/sell options
• Comprehensive induction, training, and development programs
• Online staff discount scheme
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Life Assurance at 2x salary
• Flexible benefits including private health, dental, car salary sacrifice, and more
• 24-hour Employee Assistance and counselling programs
• Free access to the Headspace mindfulness app
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• Enhanced overtime and additional payments for sleep-in and on-call duties
• Refer-a-Friend scheme: £200 bonus

Additional Information:

Applicants should refer to the job description and person specification in their supporting statement, demonstrating their suitability for the role. For more details, contact Lea Viljoen, Deputy Manager.

We reserve the right to close the application early if a high volume of applications is received.

All staff are required to undergo a criminal background check, with a preference for an Enhanced DBS Check within the last 12 months or on the Update Service. We welcome applications from qualified individuals, especially those with a diagnosis of autism.

The Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.