Senior Support Worker

At Bright Futures we champion the potential of every person with autism and a learning disability believing wholeheartedly in their ability to thrive and lead the most fulfilling lives. Were looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Support Worker to join our team in Widnes.

Our Widnes Childrens home is a large detached property supporting five children aged 7-18 with a diagnosis of autism and learning disabilities. The home has an enclosed spacious garden with swing slide and climbing frame. It is surrounded by countryside but within close proximity to Widnes town centre. The children love taking part in activities in the local area including ice skating trampoline parks and swimming. The home is also only 5 miles from Liverpool John Lennon Airport and the children love watching planes land and take off from the garden.

As a Senior Support Worker you will be leading the team whilst you are on shift acting as a role model to deliver the highest standards of care. You will develop strong relationships with the team and the people we support to ensure the best possible outcomes.

You will get to know each individual find out their interests and support them to achieve the small and big steps in reaching their goals and living the life they choose. Each day will be completely different but you will be there to guide them through all of lifes milestones and challenges.

What were looking for

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• Previous experience in a care role in a senior/team leader/supervisory capacity.

• Be committed to continuous improvement of the home and the team.

• A passion for person-centred care.

• Have a positive and proactive mindset.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence is preferred.

For detailed information about the role employee benefits our interview process and life at Halebank click here to see our Job Information Pack.

Safeguarding Requirements

Bright Futures commit to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and our requirement for the successful applicant would be to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Satisfactory references are also required

Make a difference every day while building a rewarding career with Bright Futures.

If you have a passion for care and would like more information about this role we encourage you to contact us on or.

Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

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At Bright Futures we make a real difference in the lives of young people and adults with autism special educational and complex needs. Through our dedicated and expert team we deliver outstanding care and education.

Our team are here because they are passionate about improving the lives of the individuals we support. Our employees are the key to the exceptional quality of care and education that we provide. Its why we invest in our people fostering their personal and professional growth to ensure they can excel and develop in their journey with us.

We cant promise that it will always be easy but we can promise here at Bright Futures it will be worthwhile. Youll be making a difference to the lives of the people we support celebrating their achievements and providing unwavering support during challenging times. The feedback from our people is that the good days will always outshine; especially with the backing and support of the whole team.

No matter your role everything we do is focused around our unwavering commitment to the people we support. Our aim is that every individual we support thrives and socially develops as active members of their local community.