Trainee senior Support Worker

Orbis Education & Care Ltd; Pembroke Dock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive care organization in Pembroke Dock is seeking a Senior Support Worker to provide hands-on support to individuals with autism. You'll lead a team of Support Workers and collaborate with families to help individuals achieve their goals. Ideal candidates will have experience in care settings and a positive attitude. This role offers career progression and training opportunities.

Benefits

Up to £1000 with ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme

Health Plan after probation

Full training and qualifications provided

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with autism or in similar care settings.
• Can-do attitude and love for teamwork.
• Enthusiasm to develop leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to individuals with autism.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of Support Workers.
• Collaborate with families and professionals to deliver holistic support.

Skills

Supporting individuals with autism

Teamwork

Leadership

Compassion and patience

Education

QCF/NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

About The Role

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide hands‑on support to individuals with autism, tailored to their unique strengths and needs
• Assist with personal care, meal prep, and maintaining a welcoming, homely environment
• Support engagement in recreational, educational, and social activities
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of Support Workers, promoting high‑quality care
• Develop and review person‑centred care plans, helping individuals achieve their goals
• Collaborate with families, professionals, and colleagues to deliver holistic support
• Keep accurate records and reports to meet care standards
• Flexible with shift patterns, including weekends and occasional night shifts
• A driving licence is essential

Who We’re Looking For

• Experienced in supporting individuals with autism or in similar care settings
• Ideally holds, or is working towards, QCF/NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care
• A positive, can‑do attitude with a love of teamwork
• Compassion, patience, and a sense of humour — because no two days are ever the same!
• Enthusiasm to develop leadership skills and grow in your career

Why Join Orbis?

• Up to £1000 with our ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme
• Clear career progression – 97% of our managers started as Support Workers
• Health Plan – available after probation
• Full training and qualifications provided

How to Apply

If you’re ready to step into a Senior Support Worker role where you can make a real difference, apply today by submitting your CV through the ’Apply’ link.

Orbis Education and Care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Please note: This job role involves regulated activity with adults and requires an enhanced DBS with barred list check.