Senior Support Worker, Liverpool

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Walton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive internal training

Pension scheme

Birthday day off

Generous holiday entitlement

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Autism Initiatives in Liverpool is seeking a Senior Support Worker to lead a team and help people live fulfilling, independent lives within their local community. The role includes deputising for the Service Manager, managing shifts and ensuring DBS checks are completed, with opportunities to pursue Diploma Level 3 in Adult Care (RQF).

The post offers competitive pay (£28,188 per annum pro rata based on 39 hours per week), a contributory pension, generous holiday entitlements and a range of

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to support people to live independently in their local community.
• Model best practice and support professional development, including Diploma Level 3 in Adult Care (RQF).
• Deputise for the Service Manager when required; manage rota and shifts including evenings/weekends.
• Support DBS checks and compliance; understand benefits and pension eligibility.

Job description

Senior Support Worker, Liverpool

39 hours per week

£28,188 per annum pro rata based on 39 hours per week

As a Senior Support Worker, you will be committed to supporting people in a positive, creative way that enables people to live a fulfilled life. You will support the Service Manager in leading a team who work hard to encourage the people we support to live as independently as possible and to be part of their local community.

You will demonstrate best practice and be a role model for the team. In your new role you will receive ongoing support to ensure your continued professional development and obtain your Diploma Level 3 in Adult Care (RQF).

Senior Support Workers are supported by the manager of the service where they are assigned to work. Senior Support Workers will deputise for the Service Manager where required. Staff are provided their working rota 4 weeks in advance by the Service Manager. Shifts patterns will also include some evening and weekend work. Where sleep in shifts are required at a service, this will be discussed further at interview with the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and your career.

Given the nature of the role, these positions are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure for the successful applicants. The cost of which will be met by Autism Initiatives.

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.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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

What can we offer you?

• Comprehensive internal training to get you started
• Ongoing support and training when you're in post
• Support to gain qualifications relevant to your role
• Competitive pay rates
• Generous annual holiday entitlement
• Birthday day off
• Pension Scheme - you will be enrolled into your local workplace pension scheme and your local payroll team will provide support
• Access to a free Employee Assistance programme with qualified advisers trained to help, 24 hours a day, any day of the year

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

Wagestream financial planning and support app – access earnings before payday, set up savings, and manage your finances

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