Senior Support Worker, Lostock Hall
Autism Initiatives
Lostock Hall, PrestonView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£28,188
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
Job description
39 hours per week
£28,188 per annum pro rata based on 39 hours per week
As a Senior Support Worker, you will be committed to supporting people in a positive, creative way that enables people to live a fulfilled life. You will support the Service Manager in leading a team who work hard to encourage the people we support to live as independently as possible and to be part of their local community.
You will demonstrate best practice and be a role model for the team. In your new role you will receive ongoing support to ensure your continued professional development and obtain your Diploma Level 3 in Adult Care (RQF).
Senior Support Workers are supported by the manager of the service where they are assigned to work. Senior Support Workers will deputise for the Service Manager where required. Staff are provided their working rota 4 weeks in advance by the Service Manager. Shifts patterns will also include some evening and weekend work. Where sleep in shifts are required at a service, this will be discussed further at interview with the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and your career.
Given the nature of the role, these positions are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure for the successful applicants. The cost of which will be met by Autism Initiatives.
What can we offer you?
- Comprehensive internal training to get you started
- Ongoing support and training when you're in post
- Support to gain qualifications relevant to your role
- Competitive pay rates
- Generous annual holiday entitlement
- Birthday day off
- Pension Scheme - you will be enrolled into your local workplace pension scheme and your local payroll team will provide support
- Access to a free Employee Assistance programme with qualified advisers trained to help, 24 hours a day, any day of the year
How do I apply?
If you are interested in applying for this position and making a difference to someone’s life then please complete the application form by clicking the " apply now" tab.
The Job description and person specification can also be found above the application form, on the apply now tab.
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First seen
16 September 2026
Last checked
20 September 2026
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