Senior Support Worker

Job Description

• Location: Stratford Lodge, Salisbury
  
• Hours: Full Time – 40 hours per week (includes shift work and some weekends)
  
• Contract Type: Permanent
  
• Salary: £28,828.80 per annum

Are you an experienced support worker looking to take the next step in your career? Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young adults with autism and complex needs?

Stratford Lodge, part of The Cambian Group—the UK’s leading provider of specialist education, care and mental health services—is looking for a passionate and reliable Senior Support Worker to join our dedicated team in Salisbury.

 About the Role

As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a central role in a compassionate and skilled team comprising Support Workers, Senior Support Workers, Deputy Managers, and the Registered Care Manager. You’ll be part of the allocated support team for each young adult, helping them gain life skills and reach their full potential.

Your work will involve offering physical and emotional support, promoting independence, and contributing to a nurturing environment that prioritises wellbeing, safety, and dignity. You’ll also act as a mentor to junior Support Workers and lead by example as a role model in all professional settings.

Every day brings something new at Stratford Lodge, so flexibility, resilience, and a caring attitude are essential. In return, we offer a rewarding and fulfilling career, where ongoing professional development and specialist training are at the heart of what we do.

 Qualifications and Requirements

• Essential: Level 3 QCF Certificate in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• A passion for working with young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, and associated needs
• Strong communication skills and a team-first approach
• Ability to work shifts, including weekends

 Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain positive professional relationships with young people, colleagues, and external stakeholders
• Support and promote each resident’s individual care plan and encourage progress through tailored development goals
• Ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment by taking part in domestic tasks when needed
• Assist with personal hygiene and healthcare needs—including intimate care, if trained
• Monitor physical health (e.g., temperature, respiration, weight) and maintain accurate records in the Master Care Plan
• Administer medications and participate in medical audits as required
• Attend and contribute to team meetings, reviews, and planning sessions
• Promote and safeguard the rights, welfare, and dignity of all young people
• Uphold and champion equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of care and teamwork

 About Stratford Lodge

Stratford Lodge is a specialist residential care home supporting young adults aged 19 to 25 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), severe learning difficulties, and complex needs. All residents have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), and many may display behaviours that challenge.

We provide person-centred care tailored to each individual’s strengths and goals. Our focus is on helping residents build key life skills, increase independence, and—where suitable—progress along vocational or educational pathways.

 Important Notes

• While Cambian is a licensed Skilled Worker sponsor, we are currently not offering visa sponsorship for this role.
  For more information about UK work eligibility, visit the official UK Government visa and immigration website.
• This role requires an Enhanced DBS check and employment references in line with safer recruitment standards. The recruitment process may take additional time due to these mandatory checks.
• The Cambian Group is committed to equal opportunities. We expect all employees to actively promote inclusion and challenge discrimination of any kind—whether based on race, religion, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.

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