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Job post summary Date posted: 2 July 2026 Pay: £30,000.00-£34,000.00 per year Job Description: Senior Support Worker Location: Gloucester (including Hardwicke, Longlevens, Matson, Tuffley and surrounding areas) Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: £28,000–£34,000 per annum (depending on experience) About OptiMatch Solutions OptiMatch Solutions is a specialist healthcare recruitment company dedicated to connecting exceptional care professionals with outstanding care providers across Gloucestershire. We are currently recruiting an experienced Senior Support Worker to join a well-established, person-centred service supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and complex care requirements. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional care, leading by example and making a genuine difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. The Role As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a vital leadership role in ensuring the highest standards of care are delivered while supporting the day-to-day running of the service. Working alongside the management team, you will mentor Support Workers, promote best practice and help create a safe, positive and empowering environment where every individual can thrive. No two days are the same, but every day provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on someone’s life. Key Responsibilities Deliver outstanding person-centred care and support. Lead and support the staff team throughout each shift. Promote independence, dignity, choice and inclusion. Assist with personal care and daily living activities where required. Safely administer and record medication. Complete care plans, daily notes and incident reports accurately. Monitor individuals’ health, wellbeing and changing needs. Support positive behaviour and risk management strategies. Encourage participation in community activities and social opportunities. Build positive relationships with individuals, families and healthcare professionals. Mentor and support new team members. Ensure compliance with safeguarding, CQC standards and company policies. About You We’re looking for someone who is: Compassionate, caring and committed to delivering exceptional care. A confident leader who leads by example. Calm, organised and able to make sound decisions. Professional, reliable and trustworthy. An excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills. Passionate about supporting people to live independent and fulfilling lives. Essential Requirements Minimum 2 years’ UK experience working within adult health or social care. Previous experience as a Senior Support Worker, or an experienced Support Worker ready to progress into a senior role. Experience supporting individuals with one or more of the following: Learning Disabilities Autism Mental Health Physical Disabilities Complex Care Epilepsy Behaviours that may challenge Experience administering medication. Good IT and record-keeping skills. Right to work in the UK. Full UK driving licence desirable but not essential. What We Offer Competitive annual salary. Permanent full-time employment. Guaranteed contracted hours. Paid induction and comprehensive training. Ongoing professional development. Opportunities for career progression. Supportive and experienced management team. Pension scheme. Paid annual leave. Employee wellbeing support. Recognition for your hard work and commitment. Shift Pattern This is a permanent full-time position, contracted to 40 hours per week, working on a planned rota. You will benefit from: Guaranteed full-time contracted hours. Consistent weekly shifts with rotas provided in advance. A mixture of early, late and long-day shifts. Alternate weekend working. Overtime opportunities available. A supportive team with a fair and balanced approach to scheduling. This role offers stability, consistency and the opportunity to build a long-term career within a supportive care environment. Pre-Employment Checks Successful applicants will be be required to complete: Enhanced DBS check. Right to Work verification. Employment reference checks. Mandatory training. Why Join Us? At OptiMatch Solutions, we believe exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We value our staff, invest in their development and work with some of Gloucestershire’s leading care providers to offer rewarding, long-term career opportunities. If you’re an experienced Senior Support Worker who wants to make a genuine difference while progressing your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your care career. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £28,000.00–£34,000.00 per year Work Location: In person Work Location: In person