Care Worker / Deputy Lead / Senior Support Worker

WE’RE HIRING – SENIOR SUPPORT WORKER / DEPUTY LEAD – HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE ? Location:Multiple locations across England, UK ? Employment Type: Permanent, PAYE ⏰ Working Hours: 36–48 hours per week ? Hourly Rate: £15 per hour for Senior Support Worker roles ? Annual Salary: £28,080–£37,440 for Senior Support Worker roles Pay for Deputy Lead positions will be as per industry standards.

Job Overview We are looking for experienced Senior Support Workers and Deputy Leads to support daily care operations, guide frontline staff, and ensure high standards of person-centred care, safeguarding, and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and assist with daily living and personal care where required.
• Supervise, guide, and support frontline staff in their daily responsibilities.
• Coordinate daily activities, staffing, and continuity of care.
• Monitor individuals’ wellbeing and promptly report concerns or changes.
• Ensure compliance with care plans, safeguarding procedures, confidentiality, and health and safety policies.
• Maintain accurate care records, reports, and service documentation.
• Handle incidents and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Support staff induction, mandatory training, audits, and quality assurance.
• Promote dignity, independence, effective teamwork, and high standards of care.

Requirements

• Previous experience in health and social care or a support worker role.
• Experience in staff supervision, team leadership, or management is preferred.
• Good understanding of person-centred care, safeguarding, confidentiality, and health and safety.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage challenging situations responsibly and escalate concerns when required.
• Relevant Health and Social Care qualifications are desirable, particularly Level 2, 3, 4, or 5, depending on the role.
• Willingness to complete mandatory training and pursue continuous professional development.

Benefits

• Permanent PAYE employment.
• Paid annual leave and pension contributions.
• Free in-house DMI and mandatory training.
• Ongoing career development and opportunities to pursue Health and Social Care qualifications.