Senior Support Worker-Young Adults

Brook Street Social Care; Prenton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Prenton is seeking a Senior Support Worker to support daily operations, lead shifts, and deliver person-centred care. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification and experience in residential care. This full-time position offers a salary of £29,392.70 - £32,792.66 and opportunities for career progression and professional development.

Benefits

Career progression into leadership roles

Fully funded Health & Social Care qualifications

Enhanced maternity package

Generous annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in residential care, preferably with children or young people.
• Confident in managing complex behaviours and safeguarding.
• Strong leadership and commitment to making a difference.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager and Deputy Manager with day-to-day operations.
• Lead shifts and mentor staff as a Senior Support Worker.
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Management of complex behaviours

Flexibility

Resilience

Education

Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

Overview

please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship

Senior Support Worker
Location: Birkenhead, CH42
Salary: £29,392.70 - £32,792.66 (Dependent on Experience)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week)

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager and Deputy Manager with day-to-day operations
• Lead shifts, mentor staff, and provide guidance as a Senior Support Worker
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care in line with individual care plans
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and best practices at all times
• Supervise, train, and support staff development
• Monitor care plans and ensure positive outcomes for each young person
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and administrative systems

Requirements

• Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification - Essential
• Proven experience in residential care (children or young people preferred)
• Confident in managing complex behaviours and safeguarding responsibilities
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Resilient, flexible, and committed to making a difference

Why Join Us?

• Career progression into leadership roles
• Fully funded Health & Social Care qualifications
• Enhanced maternity package
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Work that is genuinely rewarding and meaningful
• Take the next step in your career and become a valued Senior Support Worker in a team that changes lives every day.