Job Description

Senior Support Worker

Location:

17 Wentworth Close, Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN40 2PQ

Hours:

37 hours per week

Salary:

13.50 per hour

Join us to make a real difference

Aspens Charities supports people with autism spectrum conditions, learning disabilities, and physical disabilities across Kent and the Southeast. At our Wentworth residential service in Bexhill-on-Sea, we provide a warm and supportive home for up to four individuals with complex needs.

We're looking for an energetic, compassionate

Senior Support Worker

who is ready to take the next step in their career. You'll lead by example, supporting our dedicated team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.

What you'll be doing:

Lead shifts and deputise for the Service Manager

Support with personal and nutritional care, medication administration, and daily living tasks

Write and update care plans, risk assessments, and service user reviews

Supervise and appraise staff, supporting inductions and training

Ensure smooth day-to-day running of the service, including rota management

Liaise with families, professionals, and stakeholders to deliver consistent, high-quality care

Maintain accurate records, complete incident and safeguarding reports, and ensure compliance with policies and audits

What we're looking for:

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Previous experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and associated medical needs

Experience leading shifts and supervising staff

Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills

A caring, patient, and proactive attitude

Desirable:

Full UK driving licence and access to a car

Training or experience with Epilepsy, behaviours that challenge, or alternate communication methods (Makaton, pictorial, objects of reference)

What you can expect from us:

Fantastic paid training

and career progression opportunities (including recognised qualifications in health and social care)

Paid DBS

(we will recover the cost should your employment terminate for any reason, other than redundancy, before passing your probation)

Flexible work arrangements

with opportunities to take on additional bank shifts too

30 Days Annual Leave

(including Bank Holidays) / Pro rata dependent on hours. Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service

Nest Pension

and Death in Service Benefit

Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

and Access to Mental Health First Aiders

Aspens High Street Stores

-20% discount on all items for Aspens' staff

Bluebell cafe-

Discounted staff menu available

Refer a Friend scheme

, so you can earn up to

250

for every person you refer to work for Aspens

Recognition schemes, including '

Employee of the Month

'

Ready to take the lead?

Apply now to join Aspens Charities and help us ensure every person we support lives a fulfilling life with dignity and independence.

Click 'Apply now' and one of our team will be in touch to discuss the role.

Any offer would be subject to Disclosure and Barring checks, which we will complete on your behalf if you don't already have one, and satisfactory employment references.

Aspens Charities are an equal opportunities employer.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
As a Disability Confident employer, Aspens Charities is dedicated to supporting and promoting the recruitment, retention, and career development of people with disabilities. We recognise the value and contributions that individuals with disabilities bring to our organisation.

Accessibility and Accommodations:
We are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting .

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.50 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Store discount
Application question(s):

Please note which of the two roles you are interested in (either Full-Time or weekend only)
Experience:

Home care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

NVQ Level 3 (required) Driving Licence and access to vehicle (preferred)
Work Location: In person