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Senior Support Worker
Job in
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, CA13, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-08
Listing for:
ESPA
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-08
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Mental Health, Caregiver
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We’re
looking for someone warm, confident, and compassionate, with a genuine commitment to person-centred care. In this role, you will lead by example, support colleagues, and help create a positive environment where everyone can thrive. Experience in leadership is helpful, but most importantly, we’re looking for someone proactive, supportive, and passionate about making a difference. The post requires a high level of commitment and flexibility towards service delivery, and you should be able to contribute to all aspects of the service.
You will be required to deputise for the Team Leader in their absence, and you will be part of a senior team providing senior on call cover. We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Have experience supporting people with autism or related conditions
- Have a minimum of two years’ experience as a Support Worker and, preferably, some experience in a senior or supervisory role.
- Are confident, compassionate, and committed to delivering high-quality care
- Can lead by example and support colleagues within a team setting
- Have strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Have a good working knowledge of Microsoft systems (e.g. Word, Outlook, Teams)
- Can manage and respond positively to behaviours that challenge
- Are organised, proactive, and able to take initiative
- Hold a relevant qualification or are willing to work towards one
- 6 weeks (including bank holidays) paid holiday increasing to 8 weeks
- Company Pension Scheme/Life Assurance
- Meals provided on shift
- Company sick pay scheme up to 3 months full pay
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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