Senior Support Worker

About The Role

Senior Support Worker - Bronllys

£14.20 per hour | Full Time | 40.25 Hours per Week | Annual Travel Allowance of £1,500

Ready for the Next Step in Your Care Career?

Are you an experienced Support Worker with a QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care looking to progress into a leadership role?

At Orbis Education and Care , we're looking for passionate and dedicated care professionals who are ready to take the next step in their career. This is an excellent opportunity to build on your existing experience, develop your leadership skills, and make an even greater impact on the lives of the people we support.

Whether you're currently a Senior Support Worker or an experienced Support Worker prepared for your next challenge, we'll give you the training, support, and opportunities to grow.

About Orbis Education and Care

At Orbis, we support individuals with autism and complex needs to live fulfilling, independent, and meaningful lives. Everything we do is centred around the people we support, helping them achieve their goals, build confidence, and reach their full potential.

With strong career progression pathways and a culture that invests in its people, there's never been a better time to join our team.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Support Worker, you'll continue to provide high-quality, person-centred support while taking on additional responsibilities to help lead and develop the team around you.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting others, leading by example, and wants to gain valuable leadership experience as part of their long-term career journey in health and social care.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading shifts
• Allocating duties
• Overseeing medication and records
• Escalating safeguarding concerns
• reviewing risk assessments / support plans and providing direction to staff
• Supporting individuals with autism in their daily lives, promoting independence and wellbeing
• Assisting with personal care, daily routines, meal preparation, and household activities
• Encouraging participation in social, recreational, educational, and community-based activities
• Acting as a positive role model and supporting the development of less experienced team members
• Helping to supervise, guide, and mentor Support Workers
• Contributing to the creation and review of person-centred care plans
• Working closely with families, professionals, and colleagues to achieve positive outcomes
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring high standards of care are consistently delivered

Who We're Looking For

We're interested in speaking with Support Workers who are ready to progress as well as existing Senior Support Workers.

You’ll need:

• Recognised Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification, or equivalent
• Previous experience supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities, or complex needs
• A genuine passion for helping people achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives
• The confidence to support and motivate others within the team
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A positive attitude and desire to continue learning and developing
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including weekends and occasional nights
• A full UK driving licence

Why Join Orbis?

Build Your Career

We're passionate about developing talent from within. In fact, 97% of our managers started their careers in frontline support roles .

Excellent Benefits

• Earn up to £1,000 through our Refer a Friend scheme
• Annual travel allowance of £1,500 - paid in 12 monthly instalments and subject to tax and national insurance
• Health Plan available following successful probation
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Funded qualifications and continued professional development
• Clear pathways into Team Leader, Deputy Manager, and Registered Manager positions

Make a Lasting Difference

Every day brings the opportunity to help someone achieve something meaningful, while developing your own skills and career at the same time.

Please note:

This role will involve supporting both children and adults at Tŷ Bronllys. The successful applicant will therefore undertake regulated activity with both children and adults and will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, including the relevant barred list checks.

Orbis Education and Care is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

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