Senior Support Worker - Long Days

Ismartrecruit; Hawarden; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible pay

Specialist training

Career opportunities

Pension scheme

Discounts on high street

Refer-a-Friend £250 bonus

Free wellbeing programme

Employee recognition scheme

Job summary

Autism Pathways in Hawarden is launching a brand-new residential service for adults with autism and complex needs. We are seeking a Senior Support Worker to lead daytime care, deliver high-quality support, and mentor the day team to ensure compassionate, person-centred practice.

You will guide individuals to greater independence, manage routines, and contribute to care planning while maintaining a safe, welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with autism, learning disabilities, or complex behavioural needs is essential.
• Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care or willingness to work toward it.
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the day team in delivering tailored care and support.
• Promote independence and choice through meaningful activities and routines.
• Build strong relationships with individuals, families, and professionals.
• Support with personal care, emotional wellbeing, and daily living skills.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning.
• Ensure the environment remains safe, clean, and welcoming.
• Uphold Autism Pathways’ values and promote a person-centred approach.

Skills

Leadership

Empathy

Reliability

Organised

Attention to detail

Flexible

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

Senior Support Worker - Long Days. Autism Pathways

• Salary: £18.22 per hour
• Hours: 35 hours per week
• This role is not eligible for sponsorship

About Autism Pathways

Autism Pathways is a specialist provider of high-quality accommodation and support for adults with autism and complex needs. We are proud to be launching a brand-new, purpose-built residential service in Hawarden. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation and help shape a truly person-centred environment from the very beginning.

The Role:

As aSenior Support Worker, you’ll take a lead role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care and support during daytime hours. You’ll support individuals to live with greater independence and dignity, while guiding and mentoring your team to ensure consistent, compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the day team in delivering tailored care and support
• Promote independence and choice through meaningful activities and routines
• Build strong relationships with individuals, families, and professionals
• Support with personal care, emotional wellbeing, and daily living skills
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning
• Ensure the environment remains safe, clean, and welcoming
• Uphold Autism Pathways’ values and promote a person-centred approach

What We’re Looking For

• Experienced and confident in supporting individuals with autism and complex needs
• Leadership skills – able to guide and support a team effectively
• Empathetic and proactive – passionate about making a difference
• Reliable and resilient – able to manage behaviours and respond to challenges
• Organised and detail-oriented – with strong observation and reporting skills
• Flexible – willing to work a variety of shifts including weekends
• Committed to development – open to training and progression opportunities

Experience in autism, learning disabilities, or complex behavioural needs is essential. A Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards it).

Autism Pathways employees enjoy a range of benefits:

• Flexible pay* - choose when you are paid, and get money management tips too
• Specialist training - on-going face-to-face training, tailored to you
• Career opportunities - The chance to ‘make your mark’ and play a key role
• Pension scheme - helping you plan for your retirement
• Discounts on the high street* - with retailers like Asda, Costa and Argos
• Refer-a-Friend - and get a £250 bonus
• Free wellbeing programme - helping you look after your physical and mental health
• Employee recognition scheme - we recognise and reward great work

Autism Pathways is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We embrace diversity within each service, as we think it is important that the Social Care Workforce represents the people it serves. We welcome applications from people from backgrounds including disabled candidates, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, LGBTQ+ as well as non-binary candidates, and those with experience of mental health.