Senior Support Worker in Blackpool inBlackpool PUBLISHED WED 5 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
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Senior Support Worker Job details Posting date: 05 November 2025 Salary: Not specified Additional salary information: £13.50 per hour Hours: Full time Closing date: 19 November 2025 Location: Blackpool, Lancashire Remote working: On-site only Company: Creative Support Job type: Permanent Job reference: 88Apply for this job Summary We’re looking for a Senior Support Worker to join our supported living and outreach service in Blackpool, providing person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities, including those with autism spectrum conditions and complex needs. This role is ideal for an experienced carer ready to lead a team and support individuals at our Blackpool service. You’ll receive ongoing training to further your personal and professional development. As a Senior Support Worker, you’ll provide respectful personal care, emotional, and practical support to service users, collaborate with service users, families, and the multidisciplinary team to maximize outcomes, implement Creative Support principles, policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure the service meets CQC requirements, supervise and support staff to meet service user needs and preferences, and support service users in achieving a full, happy, safe and well-rounded life. Experience in supporting individuals with learning disabilities is essential. While a clean, valid driving licence and access to a car are desirable, they are not required. Flexibility is crucial for this role, as you’ll be expected to work evenings and weekends to meet the needs of the service. Vacancy Reference Number: 88Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organisation – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK
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Working as a Senior Support Worker in the UK requires a combination of interpersonal, practical, and organizational skills. Here are some key skills and qualifications that are typically expected:
Interpersonal Skills
1. Communication Skills: Clearly conveying information to clients, families, and team members is crucial. This includes both verbal and written communication.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and addressing the emotional and psychological needs of clients, particularly those who may be vulnerable or experiencing difficulties.
3. Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, support workers, and agencies to provide comprehensive care.
Practical Skills
4. Personal Care Skills: Assisting clients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
5. Crisis Management: Ability to remain calm and make decisions in emergency situations.
6. Health and Safety Awareness: Understanding health and safety regulations related to the care environment and ensuring a safe setting for clients.
Organizational Skills
7. Time Management: Effectively managing time to attend to multiple clients and ensuring that all care plans are implemented.
8. Record Keeping: Accurately documenting client progress, incidents, and communications as required by care regulations.
Leadership Skills
9. Supervisory Skills: Leading and mentoring junior staff, offering guidance, and conducting performance reviews.
10. Conflict Resolution: Handling conflicts or issues that arise within the team or with clients, finding resolution through negotiation and effective communication.
Knowledge and Qualifications
11. Qualifications: Typically, a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is required. For senior roles, a Level 5 Diploma or equivalent in Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care may be preferred.
12. Understanding of Care Standards: Familiarity with legislation, policies, and best practices in social and health care, including the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act.
13. Specialized Knowledge: Depending on the role, knowledge in areas such as mental health, learning disabilities, or elderly care may be needed.
Continuous Professional Development
14. Training in Relevant Areas: Ongoing training in first aid, safeguarding, health and safety, and specific conditions related to the client group.
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