Senior Support Worker

Autism Initiatives Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in Liverpool is seeking a Senior Support Worker to join their dedicated team. You will support individuals with autism to live independently and engage in their community. Applicants should have strong interpersonal skills and a genuine passion for person-centred support. The organization offers ongoing training and development, competitive pay, and generous benefits. Join us to make a positive difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Comprehensive internal training

Ongoing support and training

Competitive pay rates

Generous annual holiday entitlement

Birthday day off

Pension scheme

Access to Employee Assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in providing person-centred support to individuals.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to support people with autism and other disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support people to live independently in their homes.
• Help individuals pursue their interests and engage in community activities.
• Serve as a role model and demonstrate best practices.

Skills

Resilience

Interpersonal skills

Person-centred support

Creative problem-solving

Education

NVQ or Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Salary: £27,104 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Job Reference Number: SP-SSW-CC Job Location: England Job Area: Walton, Liverpool Closing Date: 20th February 2026

This is more than a job; it’s a career that supports people to live life to the full.

About us:

Autism Initiatives provide a personalised, autism specialist service that makes a positive difference to the lives of autistic people.

Our services focus on:

• Supporting people to be as independent as possible in their homes
• Supporting people to achieve and be successful
• Helping people to pursue their interests and enjoy their lives
• Enabling people to be active members of their communities

We are looking for a resilient and friendly Senior Support Worker to join a team that works in partnership with people who use our services, to enable them to live as independently as possible and to be part of their local community.

You will have a can do approach and be committed to supporting people in a positive, creative way that enables people to live a fulfilled life. You will demonstrate best practice and be a role model for the team. You will receive ongoing support to ensure your continued professional development and enthusiasm for the role.

An NVQ or Diploma Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care is desirable, but a genuine passion for providing person centred support is key to being successful in the role of a Senior Support Worker. In return, Autism Initiatives will provide you with a full induction and ongoing learning to support you to obtain qualifications pertinent to the role. This is a truly rewarding role, 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.

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

This position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). The cost of which will be met by Autism Initiatives.

If you are interested in applying for this position and making a difference to someone’s life then please complete the application form by clicking the “apply now” tab on the left.

The job description and person specification can also be found above the application form, on the apply now tab.

If you require any support with the application process please contact our friendly Recruitment team on 0151 932 2242 who will be happy to help you.

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.

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Autism Initiatives Group of Companies. Autism Initiatives Group is a company limited by guarantee in England and Wales (07120634), registered office Sefton House, Bridle Road, Bootle, Merseyside L30 4XR and is registered as a charity in England and Wales (1170634). A registered charity in Ireland No. CHY17628. Autism Initiatives UK is a registered charity in Scotland - SC040905 in England & Wales - 702632, in Isle of Man - 835 and in Northern Ireland (NIC104641). Company Number: 2436777.