Senior Support Worker
Dolphin Homes Limited
Southampton, Hampshire
Salary
£29,328
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You'll be helping people with physical and learning disabilities in a residential home, supporting them with daily tasks and activities. This role suits someone with experience in care who wants to lead and support a team. You'll work in a busy environment and need to be patient, understanding, and able to stay calm in challenging situations.
What you'll need
- At least 2 years' experience as a Support Worker in a similar setting
- A good understanding of people's physical and learning disabilities
- Ability to work well in a team and lead others
- Good communication and problem-solving skills
- A valid DBS check (this is a usual requirement for care jobs)
How to boost your chances
- Consider volunteering or taking a short course to gain experience and learn more about supporting people with disabilities
- Think about what makes you a good Support Worker and how you can apply those skills to this more senior role
- Make sure your CV and application show your experience and skills clearly
- Be prepared to talk about a time when you had to deal with a difficult situation in a care setting
- Research Dolphin Homes and The Laurels to understand their values and approach to care
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Job description
Senior Support Worker Physical & Learning Disabilities - Hedge End, Southampton The Laurels, Hedge End, Southampton (SO30) - Permanent £14.10 per hour - 42 hour contract Are you an experienced Support Worker ready to take the next step in your career? Dolphin Homes is recruiting a Senior Support Worker to join our dedicated team at The Laurels , our residential service in Hedge End, Southampton , supporting individuals with physical and learning disabilities. What Will You Be Doing? As a Senior…
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Provenance
Source
Adzuna
First seen
8 August 2026
Last checked
25 August 2026
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