Senior Support Worker – Warrington – WA3

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

Job summary

A supportive organization in Warrington is seeking a Senior Support Worker to guide a dedicated team in enabling individuals to live fulfilling lives. The role involves supporting the Service Manager, demonstrating best practices, and participating in ongoing training to gain qualifications. Candidates must be committed to helping others achieve independence and be willing to work flexible hours. Benefits include competitive pay, generous holidays, and an employee assistance program. Join a team that makes a positive difference every day.

Benefits

Comprehensive internal training

Support to gain qualifications

Generous annual holiday entitlement

Birthday day off

Pension Scheme

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Ability to support individuals in a positive, creative way.
• Demonstrated best practices as a role model for the team.
• Experience in leading a team and encouraging independence.

Responsibilities

• Support the Service Manager in leading a dedicated team.
• Debrief for the Service Manager as needed.
• Provide ongoing support for team members' professional development.

Skills

Supportive communication

Leadership

Team collaboration

Creativity in problem-solving

Education

Diploma Level 3 in Adult Care (RQF)

Job description

Senior Support Worker – Warrington – WA3

Salary: 27,104 per annum based on 39 hours per weeek Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 39 hours per week Job Reference Number: JK-CW-SSW Job Location: England Job Area: Warrington Closing Date:01st January 2026

£27,104 per annum pro rata based on 39 hours per week

As a Senior Support Worker, you will be committed to supporting people in a positive, creative way that enables people to live a fulfilled life. You will support the Service Manager in leading a team who work hard to encourage the people we support to live as independently as possible and to be part of their local community.

You will demonstrate best practice and be a role model for the team. In your new role you will receive ongoing support to ensure your continued professional development and obtain your Diploma Level 3 in Adult Care (RQF).

Senior Support Workers are supported by the manager of the service where they are assigned to work. Senior Support Workers will deputise for the Service Manager where required. Staff are provided their working rota 4 weeks in advance by the Service Manager. Shifts patterns will also include some evening and weekend work. Where sleep in shifts are required at a service, this will be discussed further at interview w ith 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

“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, or you wish to request an application form be sent to you, please contact our friendly HR team on 0151 330 9500 who will be happy to help you.

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