At Bright Futures, everything circles back to one belief: every person with autism or a learning disability deserves the chance to thrive. We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Support Worker to join our specialist home in Urmston, Manchester, to provide high-quality care and life-enriching opportunities to the people we support.
Job Role
Davyhulme is one of our new purpose built, homely, spacious and specialist homes in South Manchester, supporting 5 adults with autism and learning disabilities to be independent and achieve their own individual outcomes.
As part of a support team you will be responsible for supporting people to move into their new home. 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 life's milestones and challenges.
We’re looking for resilient, determined and adaptable Senior Support Workers who can lead by example, support the team, and confidently guide individuals through change. Someone with strong communication skills, a positive approach and the ability to build trust and reassurance will excel. Maintaining high standards, supporting colleagues and ensuring each person feels safe, understood and valued are central to this role.
If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team where creativity, compassion, and energy are valued every day, Bright Futures could be the perfect place for you.
Responsibilities
* Lead, motivate and support the team during each shift, promoting a positive culture and acting as a professional role model.
* Coordinate daily operations, including plans, activities, appointments and budgets, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the shift.
* Oversee and complete all required documentation, digital logs and audits, reviewing and signing off records completed by the team.
* Maintain safety and compliance by escalating health and safety concerns, monitoring medication procedures and ensuring policies are followed.
* Ensure accurate reporting and follow-up of incidents, behaviour logs, safeguarding concerns and post-incident debriefs.
* Act as a senior member of the team, advocating for and supporting the continuous development of the home, role modelling best practice in care.
What we’re looking for
The ideal candidate will have the following:
* Level 2 Adult Care Worker Qualification or equivalent is desirable (Adult’s only)
* Level 4 Diploma – Children, Young People & Families Practitioner is essential. (Children’s only)
* 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
* Resilient and tenacious
* Have a positive and proactive mindset
* Strong teamwork and communication skills
Full UK Driving Licence is preferred.
Salary & Benefits
* £28,448.89 - £32,163.86 (depending on sleep + experience)
* Healthcare Cashback (dental, optical, physio, wellbeing)
* Care Friends Referral rewards up to £2000
* Bright Stars bonus scheme & Employee of the Month awards
* Free Meals on Shift
* Life Assurance Policy – 2x salary
* Cycle to Work Scheme
Safeguarding Requirement
Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Satisfactory references are also required.
Application Process
Ready to join Bright Futures? We invite interested candidates to apply.
Our recruitment process is designed to ensure alignment with our values and the behaviours required to be successful in this role. It will include:
* Values Based Interview – We’ll explore how your personal values align with the Bright Futures’ culture
* Competency Questions – You’ll be asked to provide examples of your skills and experience in relation to the key behaviours and competencies of this role.