Senior Respite Support Worker

  • Lynx Employment Services Ltd
  • Doncaster, Yorkshire
  • Jan 27, 2026
Full time Healthcare & Medical

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Respite Support Worker to deliver high-quality, person-centred care to adults with learning disabilities and/or ADHD in a respite setting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and support day-to-day care in line with best practice, promoting dignity, choice, safety, and independence

  • Implement outcome-based, person-centred support plans

  • Support safeguarding processes in line with South Yorkshire Safeguarding Adults procedures

  • Contribute to handovers, reviews, and team meetings

  • Provide guidance, supervision, and mentoring to staff

  • Support individuals with personal care, nutrition, emotional wellbeing, and social activities

About You

  • Experience in Health & Social Care, including learning disabilities/ADHD

  • Experience with care planning, service procedures, and quality standards

  • Experience across residential, day care, or similar services

  • Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

  • Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification desirable (Level 4 advantageous)

  • Good written and verbal English

What We Offer

  • Ongoing training and development

  • Supportive team environment

  • Competitive pay

Apply now to make a real difference in a senior, hands-on care role.