Senior Support Worker
Senior Support Worker
Location: Southfield House
Pay rate: £13.77
Contracted hours: 24
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you a senior experienced carer or support worker with the passion to make a difference?
Can you lead a small team of people to deliver outstanding care to our residents, whilst encouraging them to always do their best?
Our care teams make a real difference every day and your professionalism, teamed with kindness and compassion, will be at the core of everything you do. Supporting the Home Manager, and leading a team of carers, you’ll be responsible for planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity, and independence. You’ll ensure care plans are regularly reviewed through continuous assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. You’ll be able to manage your time between supporting your team effectively and ensuring the wellbeing of our residents.
In return we’ll provide opportunities for career development and training to support your personal growth, all delivered in a nurturing, engaging and rewarding environment.
Southfield House offers residential and dementia care to its 31 residents. The home is situated less than two miles from the centre of the market town of Spalding, home to the world famous Tulip Parade.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Alongside keeping our colleagues safe with PPE and daily testing
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A Company pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You’ll have previous experience of working in a residential care setting with a NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care. You might have previous supervisory experience, like delegating tasks, supporting inductions for new starters and 1 to 1s but this is not essential.
What is important is you are a positive role model, with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to get along with others. A supportive individual, able to motivate others to deliver the best possible care to our residents at all times. Alongside being confident taking charge and being able to use your own initiative to resolve problems and deal with queries.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude to deliver the highest quality of care for our residents as a Senior Support Worker within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
#KP2
#IND1
Senior Support Worker – North Tyneside (Annitsford, Tynemouth)
Salary: £22,620 - £62.30 sleep in
Location: Annitsford, Tynemouth
Job role
We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Are willing to work as part of a team and within protocols and guidelines
- You will have a defined role within the team, supporting the Team Leader in managerial tasks
- Have worked with Autistic adults, but not essential as full training provided
- Have a high level of commitment and flexibility towards service delivery
- Have a level of fitness that enables participation in activities
- Comfortable deputizing for the Team Leader and have or are willing to work towards a relevant qualification
- Although not essential, a clean driving license would be advantageous
- 6 weeks (including bank holidays) paid holiday increasing to 8 weeks
- Company Pension Scheme/Life Assurance
- Meals provided on shift
- Company sick pay scheme up to 3 months full pay
- Intensive 2 week Induction with continuous training and development
- Excellent Career Progression and Family Friendly Policies
*Role subject to Enhanced DBS*
To apply, email HumanResources@ESPA.org.uk
Downloads:
Senior Support Worker
Senior Support Worker
Location: Southfield House
Pay rate: £13.77
Contracted hours: 24
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you a senior experienced carer or support worker with the passion to make a difference?
Can you lead a small team of people to deliver outstanding care to our residents, whilst encouraging them to always do their best?
Our care teams make a real difference every day and your professionalism, teamed with kindness and compassion, will be at the core of everything you do. Supporting the Home Manager, and leading a team of carers, you’ll be responsible for planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity, and independence. You’ll ensure care plans are regularly reviewed through continuous assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. You’ll be able to manage your time between supporting your team effectively and ensuring the wellbeing of our residents.
In return we’ll provide opportunities for career development and training to support your personal growth, all delivered in a nurturing, engaging and rewarding environment.
Southfield House offers residential and dementia care to its 31 residents. The home is situated less than two miles from the centre of the market town of Spalding, home to the world famous Tulip Parade.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Alongside keeping our colleagues safe with PPE and daily testing
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A Company pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You’ll have previous experience of working in a residential care setting with a NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care. You might have previous supervisory experience, like delegating tasks, supporting inductions for new starters and 1 to 1s but this is not essential.
What is important is you are a positive role model, with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to get along with others. A supportive individual, able to motivate others to deliver the best possible care to our residents at all times. Alongside being confident taking charge and being able to use your own initiative to resolve problems and deal with queries.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude to deliver the highest quality of care for our residents as a Senior Support Worker within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
#KP2
#IND1
Senior Support Worker
Senior Support Worker
Location: Devizes
Pay rate: £15.22
Contracted hours: 0 Bank
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you a senior experienced carer or support worker with the passion to make a difference?
Can you lead a small team of people to deliver outstanding care to our residents, whilst encouraging them to always do their best?
Our care teams make a real difference every day and your professionalism, teamed with kindness and compassion, will be at the core of everything you do. Supporting the Home Manager, and leading a team of carers, you’ll be responsible for planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity, and independence. You’ll ensure care plans are regularly reviewed through continuous assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. You’ll be able to manage your time between supporting your team effectively and ensuring the wellbeing of our residents.
In return we’ll provide opportunities for career development and training to support your personal growth, all delivered in a nurturing, engaging and rewarding environment.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Alongside keeping our colleagues safe with PPE and daily testing
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A Company pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You’ll have previous experience of working in a residential care setting with a NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care. You might have previous supervisory experience, like delegating tasks, supporting inductions for new starters and 1 to 1s but this is not essential.
What is important is you are a positive role model, with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to get along with others. A supportive individual, able to motivate others to deliver the best possible care to our residents at all times. Alongside being confident taking charge and being able to use your own initiative to resolve problems and deal with queries.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude to deliver the highest quality of care for our residents as a Senior Support Worker within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
Senior Support Worker
Senior Support Worker
Location: Devizes
Pay rate: £15.22
Contracted hours: 0 Bank
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you a senior experienced carer or support worker with the passion to make a difference?
Can you lead a small team of people to deliver outstanding care to our residents, whilst encouraging them to always do their best?
Our care teams make a real difference every day and your professionalism, teamed with kindness and compassion, will be at the core of everything you do. Supporting the Home Manager, and leading a team of carers, you’ll be responsible for planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity, and independence. You’ll ensure care plans are regularly reviewed through continuous assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. You’ll be able to manage your time between supporting your team effectively and ensuring the wellbeing of our residents.
In return we’ll provide opportunities for career development and training to support your personal growth, all delivered in a nurturing, engaging and rewarding environment.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Alongside keeping our colleagues safe with PPE and daily testing
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A Company pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You’ll have previous experience of working in a residential care setting with a NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care. You might have previous supervisory experience, like delegating tasks, supporting inductions for new starters and 1 to 1s but this is not essential.
What is important is you are a positive role model, with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to get along with others. A supportive individual, able to motivate others to deliver the best possible care to our residents at all times. Alongside being confident taking charge and being able to use your own initiative to resolve problems and deal with queries.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude to deliver the highest quality of care for our residents as a Senior Support Worker within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
Senior Support Worker
Senior Support Worker
Location: Southfield House
Pay rate: £13.77
Contracted hours: 24
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you a senior experienced carer or support worker with the passion to make a difference?
Can you lead a small team of people to deliver outstanding care to our residents, whilst encouraging them to always do their best?
Our care teams make a real difference every day and your professionalism, teamed with kindness and compassion, will be at the core of everything you do. Supporting the Home Manager, and leading a team of carers, you’ll be responsible for planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity, and independence. You’ll ensure care plans are regularly reviewed through continuous assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. You’ll be able to manage your time between supporting your team effectively and ensuring the wellbeing of our residents.
In return we’ll provide opportunities for career development and training to support your personal growth, all delivered in a nurturing, engaging and rewarding environment.
Southfield House offers residential and dementia care to its 31 residents. The home is situated less than two miles from the centre of the market town of Spalding, home to the world famous Tulip Parade.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Alongside keeping our colleagues safe with PPE and daily testing
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A Company pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You’ll have previous experience of working in a residential care setting with a NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care. You might have previous supervisory experience, like delegating tasks, supporting inductions for new starters and 1 to 1s but this is not essential.
What is important is you are a positive role model, with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to get along with others. A supportive individual, able to motivate others to deliver the best possible care to our residents at all times. Alongside being confident taking charge and being able to use your own initiative to resolve problems and deal with queries.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude to deliver the highest quality of care for our residents as a Senior Support Worker within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
#KP2
#IND1
Senior Support Worker
Senior Support Worker
Location: The Poplars - Market Rasen
Pay rate: £13.77
Contracted hours: 27.5 hours
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you a senior experienced carer or support worker with the passion to make a difference?
Can you lead a small team of people to deliver outstanding care to our residents, whilst encouraging them to always do their best?
Our care teams make a real difference every day and your professionalism, teamed with kindness and compassion, will be at the core of everything you do. Supporting the Home Manager, and leading a team of carers, you’ll be responsible for planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity, and independence. You’ll ensure care plans are regularly reviewed through continuous assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. You’ll be able to manage your time between supporting your team effectively and ensuring the wellbeing of our residents.
In return we’ll provide opportunities for career development and training to support your personal growth, all delivered in a nurturing, engaging and rewarding environment.
The Poplars offers high-quality residential, day, respite and dementia care to its 49 residents. Located close to the centre of the vibrant market town of Market Rasen, the home’s new specialist dementia 11 bedroom household, with additional living, dining and communal areas, opened in April 2017.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Alongside keeping our colleagues safe with PPE and daily testing
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A Company pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You’ll have previous experience of working in a residential care setting with a NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care. You might have previous supervisory experience, like delegating tasks, supporting inductions for new starters and 1 to 1s but this is not essential.
What is important is you are a positive role model, with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to get along with others. A supportive individual, able to motivate others to deliver the best possible care to our residents at all times. Alongside being confident taking charge and being able to use your own initiative to resolve problems and deal with queries.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude to deliver the highest quality of care for our residents as a Senior Support Worker within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
#KP2
#IND1
Search & ApplyJob description
Job description
Senior Support Worker (3475)
Are you an inspiring leader who is passionate about making a positive impact?
You will need to hold a full UK driving licence for this role.
About Mirus
For 40 years, we have provided support so people can do the things they love, achieve their goals, and live good lives - always with voice, choice, and control.
We support people with learning disabilities, mental ill-health, and autistic people. Our services are shaped by the people who use them – we listen to and value each person's unique voice and experiences, creating an environment where everyone feels heard and understood.
We know that people have better lives when they feel part of their community – and the community benefits too! That's why we work with others to build networks that encourage people to explore opportunities, discover new interests, develop relationships, and enhance their independence.
Everything we do is guided by our values: Together, Respectful, Responsible, Empowering, and Courageous.
What You'll Do
As a senior support worker, you will:
- Lead and motivate your team to provide high-quality support.
- Set high standards and support team members in their development.
- Ensure Quality Assurance systems are in place and continuously improve the support provided.
- Work in partnership with others, building strong networks with families, advocates, and professionals.
- Develop strategies that ensure people can live good lives.
- Ensure that people have voice, choice and control in everything they do.
- Make sure the service meets Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) regulations and Local Authority service requirements.
- Report to the support team manager, ensuring that the service runs smoothly and meets the needs of the people we support.
Why Join Us?
We value our staff and offer:
- A fully funded and supported QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification (if not already achieved).
- Paid work-related travel at 45p per mile between services.
- Extra pay for sleep-in and wake-in shifts – one of the highest rates in Wales.
- A full training programme with opportunities for development and career progression.
- 24 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays (increasing after 5 years' service).
- A Cycle to Work Scheme.
- A Wellbeing Hub to support your health and wellbeing.
- Registration with Social Care Wales and DBS check paid for by Mirus.
If you want to make a difference and support people to live good lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!
- Vacancy Type:Permanent
- Location:Cardiff Head Office
- Postcode:CF14 5GP
- Full-time / Part-time:Full-time
- Salary:£27,279.72
- Closing Date:28 February 2026
Why work for us?
At SeeAbility, we value your growth and well-being just as much as the support you provide, we can offer you:
- Comprehensive Training: Start with an extensive induction and continue developing your skills with face-to-face training, e-learning, and ongoing support.
- Career Progression: We support your ambitions, offering opportunities to achieve professional qualifications (Care Certificate, QCF levels 2-5). Further opportunities include attending our leadership development academy and ongoing development discussions.
- Recognition & Rewards: From excellence awards to long service recognition, your hard work won’t go unnoticed.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy up to 36 days of holiday with long service, flexible working options, and time off for life events.
- Financial Benefits: £500 monthly bonus scheme for two lucky colleagues, Access to the Wagestream App to be able to advance wages before payday, save money with competitive interest rates and support your financial knowledge and wellbeing, plus discounts, cashback, pension schemes, and more, to help your money go further.
- Wellbeing Support: Access to a 24/7 employee assistance program, life assurance and sick pay.
- Refer a Friend: Receive £600 (Support Workers to Senior Support Workers only).
Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK. This year we are celebrating our 225th anniversary, having pioneered specialist support across multiple generations since 1799!
We specialise in supporting people who have learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, who may also have sight loss. Our support ranges from providing person-centred support across our many supported-living and residential care provisions. Furthermore, we provide specialist eye-care services to children and adults alike and assists people with a disability to find paid employment for the very first time.
SeeAbility provides the resources and expertise that make this possible, we support people to live ambitious lives and achieve things they never thought possible.
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 please to confirm that we are a Disability Confident 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 equitab...
Senior Support Worker
Senior Support Worker
Location: Eresby Hall
Pay rate: £13.77
Contracted hours: 24 Hours 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you a senior experienced carer or support worker with the passion to make a difference?
Can you lead a small team of people to deliver outstanding care to our residents, whilst encouraging them to always do their best?
Our care teams make a real difference every day and your professionalism, teamed with kindness and compassion, will be at the core of everything you do. Supporting the Home Manager, and leading a team of carers, you’ll be responsible for planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity, and independence. You’ll ensure care plans are regularly reviewed through continuous assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. You’ll be able to manage your time between supporting your team effectively and ensuring the wellbeing of our residents.
In return we’ll provide opportunities for career development and training to support your personal growth, all delivered in a nurturing, engaging and rewarding environment.
Eresby Hall offers compassionate, individualised residential and dementia care for up to 41 residents. The home is set in its own well-tended gardens, close to the centre of the historic town of Spilsby, in the Lincolnshire Wolds, just 15 miles from the popular seaside resort of Skegness. The town boasts a thriving weekly market and auction along with many other traditional local facilities.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Alongside keeping our colleagues safe with PPE and daily testing
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A Company pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You’ll have previous experience of working in a residential care setting with a NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care. You might have previous supervisory experience, like delegating tasks, supporting inductions for new starters and 1 to 1s but this is not essential.
What is important is you are a positive role model, with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to get along with others. A supportive individual, able to motivate others to deliver the best possible care to our residents at all times. Alongside being confident taking charge and being able to use your own initiative to resolve problems and deal with queries.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude to deliver the highest quality of care for our residents as a Senior Support Worker within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
#KP3
#IND1
Senior Support Worker
Senior Support Worker
Location: Eresby Hall
Pay rate: £13.77
Contracted hours: 24 Hours 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you a senior experienced carer or support worker with the passion to make a difference?
Can you lead a small team of people to deliver outstanding care to our residents, whilst encouraging them to always do their best?
Our care teams make a real difference every day and your professionalism, teamed with kindness and compassion, will be at the core of everything you do. Supporting the Home Manager, and leading a team of carers, you’ll be responsible for planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity, and independence. You’ll ensure care plans are regularly reviewed through continuous assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. You’ll be able to manage your time between supporting your team effectively and ensuring the wellbeing of our residents.
In return we’ll provide opportunities for career development and training to support your personal growth, all delivered in a nurturing, engaging and rewarding environment.
Eresby Hall offers compassionate, individualised residential and dementia care for up to 41 residents. The home is set in its own well-tended gardens, close to the centre of the historic town of Spilsby, in the Lincolnshire Wolds, just 15 miles from the popular seaside resort of Skegness. The town boasts a thriving weekly market and auction along with many other traditional local facilities.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Alongside keeping our colleagues safe with PPE and daily testing
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A Company pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You’ll have previous experience of working in a residential care setting with a NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care. You might have previous supervisory experience, like delegating tasks, supporting inductions for new starters and 1 to 1s but this is not essential.
What is important is you are a positive role model, with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to get along with others. A supportive individual, able to motivate others to deliver the best possible care to our residents at all times. Alongside being confident taking charge and being able to use your own initiative to resolve problems and deal with queries.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude to deliver the highest quality of care for our residents as a Senior Support Worker within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
#KP3
#IND1
Search & ApplyJob description
Job description
Senior Support worker (3458)
Are you an inspiring leader who is passionate about making a positive impact?
You will lead by example, setting high standards for your team, supporting their development, and recognising their achievements. You will work with others to put strategies in place that help people to achieve their goals and live good lives.
You will need to hold a full UK driving licence for this role.
About Mirus
For 40 years, we have provided support so people can do the things they love, achieve their goals, and live good lives - always with voice, choice, and control.
We support people with learning disabilities, mental ill-health, and autistic people. Our services are shaped by the people who use them – we listen to and value each person's unique voice and experiences, creating an environment where everyone feels heard and understood.
We know that people have better lives when they feel part of their community – and the community benefits too! That's why we work with others to build networks that encourage people to explore opportunities, discover new interests, develop relationships, and enhance their independence.
Everything we do is guided by our values: Together, Respectful, Responsible, Empowering, and Courageous.
What You'll Do
As a senior support worker, you will:
- Lead and motivate your team to provide high-quality support.
- Set high standards and support team members in their development.
- Ensure Quality Assurance systems are in place and continuously improve the support provided.
- Work in partnership with others, building strong networks with families, advocates, and professionals.
- Develop strategies that ensure people can live good lives.
- Ensure that people have voice, choice and control in everything they do.
- Make sure the service meets Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) regulations and Local Authority service requirements.
- Report to the support team manager, ensuring that the service runs smoothly and meets the needs of the people we support.
Why Join Us?
We value our staff and offer:
- A fully funded and supported QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification (if not already achieved).
- Paid work-related travel at 45p per mile between services.
- Extra pay for sleep-in and wake-in shifts – one of the highest rates in Wales.
- A full training programme with opportunities for development and career progression.
- 24 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays (increasing after 5 years' service).
- A Cycle to Work Scheme.
- A Wellbeing Hub to support your health and wellbeing.
- Registration with Social Care Wales and DBS check paid for by Mirus.
If you want to make a difference and support people to live good lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!
- Vacancy Type:Permanent
- Location:Caerphilly
- Postcode:CF46 6LS
- Full-time / Part-time:Full-time
- Salary:£27,279.72
- Closing Date:31 January 2026
Senior Support Worker – Oxfordshire
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Support Worker to join our team in Oxfordshire – Didcot, Abingdon and Kidlington. We support people across Three complex services with learning disabilities and autism, some of whom are non verbal.
Type or services: 2 person complex service, large young persons move on service and a 5 bed supported living flats. You’ll be supported by a Service Manager and a Senior Support Worker
Due to the continued success FitzRoy are recruiting for an enhanced senior support worker manager in Oxfordshire, who have experience of complex support needs and mental health conditions. People supported in our services may show behaviours of concern or a forensic background. People can be supported in a community setting who may be supported by a care and treatment order or be supported under sections of the Mental Health Act.
Salary: £27,686.34 Full Time
* Internal Applicants Only
You will work with service users to help them live a fulfilled and happy life, whilst living as independently as possible. You will help to enable them to develop positive relationships and to be valued as equal member of their local community as part of their rehabilitation.
We provide person centred support and we are looking for those that are ready for a challenge, can use their own initiative, think outside the box, and are highly motivated and passionate individuals.
You will be expected to act as a role model for excellent practice; be the senior contact for the team in the absence of the Manager and be responsible for tasks which provide support to the management team.
You will be required to work in partnership with the staff team, internal and external stakeholders, professionals and the local community to achieve objectives using best practice guidelines and FitzRoy values.
Give clear direction and guidance to develop the team to support people to lead full and active lives as members of their community.
Carry out support worker activities to a high standard and contribute to a culture of open information, communication and constructive feedback with colleagues and management team.
What we offer:
- No social care experience required – we provide full training in order for you to become an exceptional social care worker
- Weekend and overtime enhancements rates
- 30 days holiday including Bank Holidays – increasing with service
- Free membership of our Health Cash Back Scheme for you and your family – claim back money on services such as Dental, Optical, Chiropractor and many more
- An Employee Assistance programme which includes virtual GPs, Legal advice and more
- We will pay for your Blue Light card
- Loyalty awards and life assurance
- Perkbox shopping discounts
A driving licence is essential for this role as you will be required to travel to services in your area.
Nightshift Support Assistant
Do you want to work with a values-driven organisation that makes a difference to people’s lives? Come and join Wheatley Homes East as Night Shift Support Assistant.
About the role
Our Dunedin Harbour hostel in Edinburgh offers accommodation and support to people who find themselves homeless. Our dedicated staff help residents tackle the issues they face, including trauma, addiction and mental health, and provide them with support to address any issues and a pathway back into a permanent home.
Who are we looking for?
As night shift support assistant, you will provide basic advice, assistance and support to service users during the night to ensure the provision of a 24-hour service, ensuring there is a supportive and safe living environment for all service users.
It’s essential the post-holder has excellent verbal and written communication skills, customer service skills, IT literacy and ability to manage a night shift pattern. A professional qualification in housing/care support or allied discipline is desirable, experience of paid or voluntary work at a similar level is essential. This role is subject to a satisfactory PVG check.
The benefits we offer
As part of Wheatley Group, we offer a sector-leading benefits package.
The successful candidate will receive:
- a rewarding career with a competitive salary;
- access to a contributory pension scheme;
- excellent leave entitlements;
- enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave;
- contributions towards dental, optical, driving lessons and more;
- access to staff inclusion networks promoting an inclusive workplace; and
- 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme.
Committed to inclusion
At Wheatley, are always looking to improve diversity within our teams. We want to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute their best work and achieve their full potential.
We actively celebrate our individual differences and recognise the collective strength this brings our organisation. It’s important our teams represent the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from any under-represented groups.
We want all our candidates to shine. If you need any reasonable adjustments to help you feel more comfortable during the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@wheatley-group.com
Closing date: 30 January 2026 at 5pm
For a chat about the role, please contact Ailsa Docherty at ailsa.docherty@wheatley-care.com
For a detailed role profile and to apply, visit Job Train.
Nightshift Support Assistant
Do you want to work with a values-driven organisation that makes a difference to people’s lives? Come and join Wheatley Homes East as Night Shift Support Assistant.
About the role
Our Dunedin Harbour hostel in Edinburgh offers accommodation and support to people who find themselves homeless. Our dedicated staff help residents tackle the issues they face, including trauma, addiction and mental health, and provide them with support to address any issues and a pathway back into a permanent home.
Who are we looking for?
As night shift support assistant, you will provide basic advice, assistance and support to service users during the night to ensure the provision of a 24-hour service, ensuring there is a supportive and safe living environment for all service users.
It’s essential the post-holder has excellent verbal and written communication skills, customer service skills, IT literacy and ability to manage a night shift pattern. A professional qualification in housing/care support or allied discipline is desirable, experience of paid or voluntary work at a similar level is essential. This role is subject to a satisfactory PVG check.
The benefits we offer
As part of Wheatley Group, we offer a sector-leading benefits package.
The successful candidate will receive:
- a rewarding career with a competitive salary;
- access to a contributory pension scheme;
- excellent leave entitlements;
- enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave;
- contributions towards dental, optical, driving lessons and more;
- access to staff inclusion networks promoting an inclusive workplace; and
- 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme.
Committed to inclusion
At Wheatley, are always looking to improve diversity within our teams. We want to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute their best work and achieve their full potential.
We actively celebrate our individual differences and recognise the collective strength this brings our organisation. It’s important our teams represent the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from any under-represented groups.
We want all our candidates to shine. If you need any reasonable adjustments to help you feel more comfortable during the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@wheatley-group.com
Closing date: 30 January 2026 at 5pm
For a chat about the role, please contact Ailsa Docherty at ailsa.docherty@wheatley-care.com
For a detailed role profile and to apply, visit Job Train.