Senior Support Worker Supported Living

P4 Recruitment Ltd; Chorley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated care service provider in Chorley is seeking a Senior Support Worker to lead a team delivering high-quality care for adults with disabilities. The role includes hands-on support, administrative duties, and team supervision. Ideal candidates have previous leadership experience and relevant NVQs. Competitive pay and career development opportunities are offered in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible contract hours

Ongoing training and career development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in senior support or team leadership.
• Experience supporting adults with disabilities.
• Confident in managing administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to deliver person-centred care.
• Plan rotas and manage medication audits.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Flexibility

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 5 Leadership and management

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Support Worker to join a dedicated team providing high-quality care and support within a supported living service for adults with physical and learning disabilities.

This is a hands‑on leadership role, combining direct care with administrative and supervisory duties to ensure excellent service delivery and person‑centred support.

You will work a varied shift pattern including early, late, and weekend shifts (every other weekend), supporting both the staff team and the people we support to live fulfilling, independent lives and on‑call rota.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and lead a team of Support Workers to deliver exceptional, person‑centred care.
• Undertake rota planning, medication audits, support plans, and daily record management.
• Promote independence, choice, and dignity for individuals in line with their care plans.
• Deliver hands‑on care and support when required, modelling best practice.
• Liaise with families, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with CQC standards.
• Participate in staff supervision, training, and mentoring.

About You

• Previous experience as a Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, or Shift Leader in adult supported living.
• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and/or physical disabilities.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Confident using IT systems and completing reports/admin tasks.
• Flexible and reliable with a positive, can‑do attitude.
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or NVQ level 5 Leadership and management (or working towards).
• A full UK driving licence is desirable.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive pay and enhanced rates for weekends/bank holidays.
• Flexible contract hours (35 or 40).
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Supportive, inclusive, and friendly team culture.
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference every day.