Senior Support Worker

Senior Support Worker – Complex Care (Exeter) Full Time – 36 Hours per Week £16.00 per hour | £29,952 per annum About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Team Leader to join an exciting new team supporting a young lady in her own home in Exeter. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care within a specialist environment. This position combines hands-on care delivery with leadership and administrative responsibilities, ensuring safe, effective and responsive care at all times. Working Pattern 2 x care shifts per week (hands-on support) 1 x admin shift per week (care coordination and leadership duties) Total: 36 hours per week Must be available to work every other weekend Key Responsibilities Care Delivery Provide high-quality, person-centred care tailored to complex needs Support the individual to maintain independence, dignity and wellbeing Follow and implement detailed care plans and risk assessments Leadership & Team Support Lead and support a small team delivering care to a specific individual Provide guidance, direction and oversight during shifts Ensure consistency and high standards of care delivery Administrative Responsibilities Ensure care plans are accurate, up to date and reflective of current needs Maintain clear, timely and accurate documentation Ensure staff have relevant, up-to-date information to deliver safe care Act as a key communication link between care staff and management Requirements – Essential NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) Previous experience in complex care settings Experience leading or supervising a team supporting an individual with complex needs Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available) Preferred Training & Experience PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) Mental Health Awareness Autism Training Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training (Learning Disability and Autism) Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Gender-Specific Requirement This role is open to male applicants only. This requirement is in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, which permits an occupational requirement for a specific sex where it is necessary for reasons of privacy, dignity, or the nature of personal care being provided. What We Offer Competitive pay at £29,952 based on 36 hours per week Structured blend of hands-on care and leadership responsibilities Opportunity to be part of a new, specialist care team Ongoing training and professional development Supportive management and leadership structure Why Join Us? This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to help shape and deliver a bespoke care package for a young individual, working closely with a committed and skilled team. You will have real influence over care quality, team performance and outcomes. Benefits Casual dress Company events