Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and highly motivated

Senior Support Worker

to provide high-quality support to individuals with autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, and behaviours that may challenge, while also offering day-to-day leadership and guidance to support teams.

The Senior Support Worker will play a key role in ensuring safe, person-centred, and outcome-focused support across services in

Ealing, Greenford, Hounslow, Hillingdon, Acton, Brent, Westminster, Islington, Camden, Enfield, Hackney, and Waltham Forest

.

This role involves a balance of

direct support delivery

and

senior responsibilities

, including mentoring staff, overseeing care practices, supporting rota planning, and ensuring care plans and risk assessments are followed and regularly reviewed.

Support will take place in

building-based settings and within the community

, including leisure, social, and skill-building activities that promote independence, confidence, and wellbeing.

The Senior Support Worker will support individuals on a

1:1, 2:1, or small group basis (up to 4 individuals)

and will be expected to model best practice, lead by example, and respond confidently to complex situations.

Strong

communication, leadership, and written skills

are essential, alongside the ability to work calmly, creatively, and proactively. The role requires someone who can work collaboratively with families, professionals, and internal management teams.

We offer a

comprehensive induction

,

paid CPD and leadership training

, and opportunities for progression.

DBS costs are covered

(terms and conditions apply).

We are looking for individuals with

proven experience supporting people with autism and complex needs

, who are passionate about delivering high-quality care and supporting teams to thrive.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 15.00-17.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime Referral programme
Work Location: In person