Leader Support Worker / Officer - Short Breaks

Leader Support Worker / Officer Short Breaks (Sutton)
Location: Sutton (community delivery) / Training will be in our Romford Office
Contract: Full-time (part-time considered) Permanent (subject to probation)
Salary: £22,000 per annum

Enhanced DBS: - Children / Adults
Employer: Raynet Care

Raynet Care is recruiting a Leader Support Worker / Officer to help us launch and grow a high-quality, person-centred service for children, young people and/or adults (as applicable) and their families.

This is a key role for someone who is confident leading frontline support, coordinating day-to-day delivery, and ensuring every short break is safe, meaningful and outcomes-focused.

The role

You will be based in Sutton and will:

• Lead by example in delivering outstanding short breaks support (home, community and local activities).

• Coordinate rotas and day-to-day scheduling to ensure safe staffing and continuity, also support in the community outreach.

• Complete and maintain high-quality records (daily notes, incident logs, risk assessments, support plans).

• Support onboarding, shadowing and coaching of new staff; provide guidance and on the spot leadership.

• Work closely with families/carers, commissioners and partner professionals to keep plans responsive.

• Promote safeguarding, dignity, respect and positive behaviour support at all times.

• Help ensure quality and compliance: audits, spot checks, supervisions (where delegated), and feedback loops.

• Contribute to service improvement: identify gaps, propose solutions, and support mobilisation tasks.

Who we re looking for

You re likely to be a great fit if you have:

• Experience supporting people with autism, learning disabilities, complex needs and/or behaviours that challenge.

• A calm, confident approach and the ability to make good decisions in real time.

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and confidence using care recording systems.

• A genuinely person-centred approach helping individuals feel safe, included and empowered.

• A good understanding of safeguarding and safe working practice.

• The ability to organise rotas / shifts and coordinate a small team (or readiness to step up into this).

• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential).

Desirable:

• Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards).

• Experience of short breaks/respite, community support, activity planning, or positive behaviour support.

• Familiarity with CQC standards and quality monitoring.

What we offer

• A chance to play a leading role in a new Sutton service and shape how it develops.

• Supportive management and clear progression opportunities.

• Paid induction and role-specific training (including safeguarding and autism-focused practice).

• Regular supervision and ongoing professional development.

• Enhanced pay for unsocial hours (where applicable).

• Holiday entitlement and pension (as per company policy).

• A values-driven organisation focused on quality, dignity and outcomes.

Safeguarding & compliance

Raynet Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. This role is subject to enhanced DBS checks, references and right-to-work checks. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and value diversity.

Apply

To apply, please send:

• Your CV

• A short supporting statement explaining why you re right for this role and your availability

• Include the subject line: Leader Support Worker / Officer Sutton Short Breaks

Start date: ASAP (to support mobilisation and onboarding)