Interim Senior Support Worker

SeeAbility; Bicester; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support organization is seeking an Interim Senior Support Worker for a 6-month contract in Bicester. You will supervise staff, ensure high-quality care, and coordinate activities for individuals with various needs. A valid UK driving licence and QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care are required. The role offers competitive hourly pay, paid training, and benefits like holiday pay and well-being support. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a difference.

Benefits

Paid training & career development

28 days holiday, rising to 36 with long service

£500 monthly bonus draw

Qualifications

• Strong English communication skills (spoken & written) are essential.
• Hold QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) and be willing to complete Level 3.
• A valid manual UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily outputs and support the Deputy Manager with staff performance.
• Ensure high-quality care and assistance for individuals.
• Organise and encourage creative activities and social events.

Skills

Strong English communication skills (spoken & written)

Experience in Autism

Experience in Learning Disabilities

Education

QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

Job description

Join Our Team as an Interim Senior Support Worker (6 Months Contract)

Role Description

• Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire
• Salary: £15.06 per hour (£29,367 per annum) plus benefits
• Hours: 7.30am – 3:00pm, 2.30pm – 10.00pm, Sleep in 10:00pm – 7:30am (Monday to Sunday on a shift rota basis. Please note, the shifts may vary due to the needs of the people we support)
• Contract: Full time, Interim 6 months contract
• Driving licence: A valid driving licence is required (Manual, UK)
• Right to work: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer any skilled worker visas.

What’s In It For You?

• Guaranteed hours – because your time is valuable
• Paid training & career development – grow with us
• Supportive team vibes – we’ve got your back
• Stream (formerly known as Wage Stream) – access your earnings instantly, stay in control

What You’ll Need

• Strong English communication skills (spoken & written)
• Hold QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) and be willing to complete Level 3
• A valid manual UK driving licence
• The legal right to live and work in the UK

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supervise daily outputs and support the Deputy Manager with staff performance, development, and appraisals
• Ensure high-quality care and assistance for individuals
• Help people plan and achieve short‑ and long‑term goals
• Organise and encourage creative activities, trips, learning, and social events
• Treat individuals and families with respect, dignity, and equality
• Work in line with SeeAbility’s values

Who You’ll Be Supporting

Join us in our shared homes where you’ll support 6 amazing individuals. You won’t be alone — you’ll be part of a passionate, caring team.

John* enjoys going to Farmability where he gets to paint, feed the animals, do woodwork and much more. He has built his self‑reliance over the years and enjoys days out to theme parks and going on holidays!

Josh* has the best sense of humour and has an infectious smile and is always very helpful. He loves to go swimming and taking rides on the train to explore different places and staycations!

Jess* enjoys listening to music and doing arts and crafts as well as playing with LEGO. She loves going out in her car and train rides to farms and feed the animals. She is a massive fan of Thomas the Tank. Anything you want to know about Thomas, just ask her!

Joe* is an amazing young man, he loves football in particular Ronaldo. He enjoys listening to music, going out shopping in Oxford. Loves watching YouTube videos about food from around the world and has an appetite for multi cuisines‑not to forget he is a brilliant cook and is great at sharing his recipes with staff team.

* Please note, the real names have been changed to protect the individual’s identity confidentiality.

People you will support

• Autism
• Learning disabilities
• Physical conditions
• Behaviours that challenge

If you’re compassionate, resilient, and ready to learn, this is your moment. It’s hands‑on, it’s heart‑led, and yes — it’s brilliant.

For further details about BicesterSupport Service read more below.

Read more about Bicester Support Service

Essential Criteria

To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate exposure to two of the following areas of expertise:

• Autism
• Learning disabilities
• Physical conditions
• Behaviours that challenge

Our Benefits

Why work for us?

We don’t just offer jobs — we build careers and celebrate people.

Your Development & Appreciation

• Annual Excellence Awards – we celebrate your impact
• Long Service Awards – recognition every 5 years
• Development Discussions – your growth matters
• Leadership Development Academy – take your next step

Your Work-Life Balance

• 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays), rising to 36 days with long service
• Life events leave – time off when it matters most
• Organisational Sick Pay – 2 weeks after 6 months, up to 12 weeks over 3 years
• Buy or sell annual leave
• Enhanced Family‑Friendly Pay + Paid Fertility Leave
• Carers Leave

Your Money Goes Further

• £500 monthly bonus draw – two lucky winners every month
• Blue Light Card + retail discounts & cashback
• Access to Tickets for Good
• Pay reviews + competitive rates
• Pension scheme with tools to plan your future
• Paid DBS & renewals
• Season ticket loans
• Advance Pay & Savings via Wagestream

Your Wellbeing Counts

• Breakfast Club for the next three months (Free breakfast at the home)
• Life assurance – 2× annual salary
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Free eye tests
• Discounted gym membership
• In‑house Wellbeing Coach

Safeguarding and Promoting Welfare

SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. We expect all staff to uphold this commitment and have a strong understanding of their roles and responsibilities in safeguarding.

Safer Recruitment

As part of our safer recruitment procedures, we require the following checks for all successful applicants:

• A criminal background check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (where appropriate).
• Documentary evidence to confirm your identity, current address, and the right to work in the UK.
• Health Declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered.
• References will be obtained to ensure satisfactory evidence of conduct in current or previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to (a) health or social care, or (b) children or vulnerable adults.

These checks will be carried out and completed prior offering a date to start employment at SeeAbility’s expense.

Diversity

SeeAbility is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all identities, including those from underrepresented groups and those who have a disability or neurodivergent condition. We are pleased to confirm that we are a Disability Confidence Employer.

We believe a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity, and success. Everyone’s unique experiences and views are appreciated, and their opinion valued. We are happy to offer any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role itself to ensure a fair and equitable experience for all candidates.

In exceptional circumstances, the exemption from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.