Senior Support Worker

Bright Futures; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist care organization in Stockton Heath, Warrington, is seeking a passionate Senior Support Worker. You will lead a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality care and enriching lives of individuals with autism or learning disabilities. The role requires experience in a supervisory capacity and a commitment to continuous improvement. Offering a salary between £35,370.47 to £36,035.26, comprehensive healthcare benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Healthcare Cashback (dental, optical, physio, wellbeing)

Care Friends Referral rewards up to £2000

Bright Stars bonus scheme & Employee of the Month awards

Free Meals on Shift

Life Assurance Policy – 2x salary

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care role in a senior/team leader capacity is essential.
• Full UK Driving Licence is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the team during each shift, promoting a positive culture.
• Coordinate daily operations and ensure smooth running of shifts.
• Complete required documentation and ensure compliance with policies.
• Manage staffing levels and collaborate for adequate cover.
• Report and follow-up on incidents and safeguarding concerns.

Skills

Teamwork and communication skills

Positive and proactive mindset

Resilience and tenacity

Commitment to person-centred care

Education

Level 4 Diploma – Children, Young People & Families Practitioner

Level 2 Adult Care Worker Qualification

Job description

At Bright Futures, everything circles back to one belief : every person with autism or a learning disability deserves the chance to thrive. We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Support Worker to join our specialist home in Stockton Heath, Warrington, to provide high-quality care and life-enriching opportunities to the people we support.

Job Role

Our Stockton Heath service is one of Bright Futures’ most established adult homes, made up of two properties, Bridgewell and Coach House, just a short walk from the busy village centre. The homes offer a warm, structured and community-focused setting where adults are supported to feel safe, settled and engaged both day and night.

The individuals we support each have their own routines, interests and communication needs, and staff play an important role in helping them enjoy the activities they love whether that’s walking, sports, music, Disney films, reading, games, family time, or trips into the community. Many individuals value clear routines and patient, reassuring support, and Waking Night staff help maintain safety, comfort and consistency overnight while completing essential monitoring, communication logs and agreed night-time duties.

As a Senior Support Worker, you will be leading the team whilst you are on shift, acting as a role model to deliver the highest standards of care. You will develop strong relationships with the team and the people we support to ensure the best possible outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support the team during each shift, promoting a positive culture and acting as a professional role model.
• Coordinate daily operations, including plans, activities, appointments and budgets, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the shift.
• Oversee and complete all required documentation, digital logs and audits, reviewing and signing off records completed by the team.
• Maintain safety and compliance by escalating health and safety concerns, monitoring medication procedures and ensuring policies are followed.
• Manage staffing levels across the shift, redeploying where needed and collaborating with other sites to ensure adequate cover.
• Ensure accurate reporting and follow-up of incidents, behaviour logs, safeguarding concerns and post-incident debriefs.
• Act as a senior member of the team, advocating for and supporting the continuous development of the home, role modelling best practice in care.

What we’re looking for

• Level 2 Adult Care Worker Qualification or equivalent is desirable (Adult’s only)
• Level 4 Diploma – Children, Young People & Families Practitioner is essential. (Children’s only)
• Previous experience in a care role in a senior / team leader / supervisory capacity
• Be committed to continuous improvement of the home and the team
• A passion for person-centred care
• Resilient and tenacious
• Have a positive and proactive mindset
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Full UK Driving Licence is preferred.

Salary & Benefits

• £35,370.47 - £36,035.26
• Healthcare Cashback (dental, optical, physio, wellbeing)
• Care Friends Referral rewards up to £2000
• Bright Stars bonus scheme & Employee of the Month awards
• Free Meals on Shift
• Life Assurance Policy – 2x salary
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Safeguarding Requirement

Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Satisfactory references are also required.

Application Process

Ready to join Bright Futures? We invite interested candidates to apply.

Our recruitment process is designed to ensure alignment with our values and the behaviours required to be successful in this role. It will include :

• Values Based Interview – We’ll explore how your personal values align with the Bright Futures’ culture
• Competency Questions – You’ll be asked to provide examples of your skills and experience in relation to the key behaviours and competencies of this role.