Senior Support Worker

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Livingston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Sleepover rate £13.45 per hour

31 days annual leave

Learning & Development

SVQ qualification opportunity

Career progression

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension

Medicash Healthcare Plan

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Autism Initiatives is seeking a Senior Support Worker to join the West Lothian Housing Support Services across Bathgate and Livingston. You will work with the management team to uphold autism-specific, person-centred practices and implement the service development plan.

The role requires knowledge of current social care legislation and Care Inspectorate standards. PVG and SSSC registration are mandatory, and on-call duties are expected.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the social care sector.
• PVG scheme and SSSC registration or equivalent.
• Commitment to on-call duties.

Responsibilities

• Support the management team in developing and maintaining standards relating to autism-specific, person-centred practices and the service development plan.
• Assist in supervision and direction of the staff team and ensure consistent practices across support networks.
• Liaise with the practice support team to prepare support and communication plans.

Skills

Social care knowledge

PVG scheme

SSSC registration

On-call readiness

Job description

Are you looking to take the next step in your social care career?

Then Autism Initiatives wants to hear from you!

Senior Support Worker

West Lothian Housing Support Services

£32,201.00 - £34,263.00 p.a.

39 hours per week

Job Reference: SSW-WLHS-608

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Support Worker to join our West Lothian Housing Support Services team across Bathgate and Livingston.

The Senior Support Worker (SSW) will support the management team in developing and maintaining the organisation’s standards relating to autism specific, person centred practices and implementation of the service development plan. Liaising with the organisation’s practice support team, the SSW will assist in the preparation of support and communication plans, ensuring consistent practices throughout support networks.

Benefits of working with us include:

• Competitive Salary
• Sleepover rate paid at £13.45 per hour
• 31 days Annual Leave Entitlement, including bank holidays
• Ongoing Learning & Development throughout your role
• Opportunity to undertake relevant SVQ qualification
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Medicash Healthcare Plan
• Eligibility to become a Blue Light Card Member for online & high street discounts

The Senior Support Worker will assist in the supervision and direction of the staff team and in maintaining the high standards of support in line with the organisation’s quality standards and mission statement. Knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the social care sector and the requirements of the Care Inspectorate is essential for this role. The post holder will also be expected to commit to on-call duties.

Given the nature of this role, successful applicants must register with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or equivalent regulatory body.

This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity for you to develop your skills and knowledge and fulfil your career aspirations.

The closing date for completed applications Wednesday 30 September 2026.

Interviews will take place in October 2026.

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and service delivery.

Registered Charity No. SC040905

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In addition to competitive pay rates, a contributory pension, and generous holiday entitlements, you’ll have access to a range of additional benefits designed to recognise and reward the exceptional support our staff provide.

Some benefits are available immediately, while others are awarded over time to recognise loyalty, dedication, and long service. Please note that benefits may vary by role, location, and length of service. Full details of your benefits package will be available once you join.

Below is an overview of some of the benefits you may be eligible for:

• Monthly staff cash prize draw
• Your birthday off work every year
• Medicash health scheme (including reimbursement for medical costs, gym discounts, and more)
• Employee Assistance Programme – free expert support on childcare, probate, money management, and work–life balance
• Additional paid holidays after 1, 2, and 3 years of service
• Extra paid holidays for milestone service years
• Financial wellbeing programme offering flexible access to pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Career break scheme

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