Ref: 25/58 Senior Specialist Support Worker (Burnley, Lancashire)

Imagine Independence is a leading charity supporting people with mental health conditions, learning disabilities, neurodiversity, and complex needs.

We’re looking for a compassionate and proactive Senior Specialist Support Worker to join our East Lancashire team.

You’ll lead a team supporting individuals with diverse needs including autism, acquired brain injuries, and complex behaviours.

You’ll also provide direct support with daily living and personal care, helping people live independently and meaningfully in their community.

Job Reference: 25/58

Hours: 37.5 hours per week – Full Time (includes alternate weekends, sleep-ins, includes hours on and off rota to support people and complete senior tasks)

Salary: £27,789.07+ £30/day on-call (rota basis)

Driver: Essential (Full, clean UK license)

Benefits: Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, employer’s contributory pension scheme, EAP scheme and other generous benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Specialist Support Workers
• Develop and review person-centred support, risk, and PBS plans
• Liaise with families and professionals
• Attend team and multi-disciplinary meetings
• Work on a rolling rota including evenings, alternate weekends, and sleep-ins
• Cover shifts and participate in the on-call rota as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Experience or willingness to learn about supporting people with complex needs
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
• A values-driven approach to care and support

Our Values

At Imagine, we live by our values every day. We’re looking for someone who shares our commitment to:

• Meaningful Living – Using empathy to bring together people and resources to make everyday life accessible to all.
• Nurturing Individuality – Supporting people to be true to themselves and express their truth.
• Focused Dedication – Showing up each day ready to learn, grow, and never give up on people.
• Challenging Ideas – Staying real and focused on what matters most, always striving for better.
• Generous Sharing – Sharing our experiences and knowledge to provide the best possible service.