Carer Or Senior Carer

Description:

We are recruiting Support Workers (Carers) and Senior Support Workers (Senior Carers) to deliver high-quality, person-centred support within our supported living services for children, young people, and adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs, autism, and physical disabilities. These roles require professionals who are values-driven, safeguarding-aware, emotionally resilient, and committed to improving life outcomes through trauma-informed, inclusive practice.

Key Responsibilities (All Roles)

• Provide safe, respectful, and person-centred support in line with individual support plans

• Promote safeguarding and protection, identifying and reporting concerns in line with policy

• Support individuals with emotional regulation, daily living skills, independence, and wellbeing

• Respond effectively to distressed or challenging behaviour using positive behaviour support

• Maintain accurate, timely, and outcome-focused records

• Work collaboratively with families, health professionals, social workers, and other agencies

• Uphold equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice at all times

Additional Responsibilities (Senior Support Worker)

• Lead shifts and act as a role model for safe and high-quality practice

• Provide day-to-day guidance, mentoring, and support to staff

• Take delegated responsibility for safeguarding concerns, incident reporting, and escalation

• Support care planning, risk assessments, audits, and quality assurance

• Contribute to service improvement and inspection readiness (e.g. Care Quality Commission / Ofsted, where applicable)

Person Specification

Essential Criteria (All Roles)

• Experience working with vulnerable CYP and/or adults (paid or voluntary)

• Safeguarding awareness and willingness to complete mandatory training

• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals experiencing distress or challenging behaviour

• Emotional resilience and ability to work in high-pressure environments

• Commitment to person-centred, trauma-informed, and inclusive practice

• Willingness to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins

Additional Essential Criteria (Senior Support Worker)

• Minimum 2 years’ direct support experience with vulnerable CYP and/or adults

• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and professional accountability

• Experience supporting or leading staff in care settings

• Ability to maintain high-quality recording and reporting standards