Senior Support Worker - Lead Shifts & Person-Centred Care

Agincare; Oadby; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay £13.75/hour

Refer a friend bonus

Mileage allowance

Career development

Blue Light Card

Pension

EAP

Job summary

Agincare Leicestershire in Oadby is seeking a Senior Support Worker to lead care teams and deliver person-centred support for people with learning disabilities or autism in the local area.

The role combines hands-on care with leadership across multiple locations, offering a competitive hourly rate up to £13.75, mileage allowance, pension, and funded training. A full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior support or team leader role.
• Confidence supporting complex needs.
• Full UK driving licence and own car.
• Level 2 Health & Social Care (Level 3 desirable/working towards).
• Strong organisation and IT skills.
• Minimum 12 months’ right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on support, including personal care and community activities.
• Support and guide team members across multiple locations.
• Review care plans, risk assessments, and records.
• Liaise with families and professionals.
• Step in to lead shifts and ensure high‑quality, consistent support.

Skills

Senior leadership

Complex care

Driving licence

Health & Social Care Level 2

IT skills

Right to work UK

Job description

Agincare Leicestershire in Oadby is seeking a Senior Support Worker to lead care teams and deliver person-centred support for people with learning disabilities or autism in the local area.

The role combines hands-on care with leadership across multiple locations, offering a competitive hourly rate up to £13.75, mileage allowance, pension, and funded training. A full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK are required.