The residential service offers support for eight males and females, including autistic individuals, people with a learning disability, and those with physical health needs. They also support individuals with mental health needs, difficulties with communication, mild to moderate behaviours that challenge, a forensic background, epilepsy, and previous brain injuries.

As a Senior Support Worker, you will be part of a compassionate team committed to the residents' wellbeing. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising and supporting the delivery of person-centred support and care
• Providing leadership during shifts, including handovers, role allocation, and effective communication
• Ensuring residents have person-centred plans in place and are supported to participate in meaningful activities
• Delivering team supervisions and contributing to professional development
• Administering medication safely and in line with procedures
• Managing service users' finances and contributing to budget management in accordance with policy
• Completing and overseeing accurate record-keeping, reporting, and compliance with legislation
• Monitoring and supporting team performance, addressing immediate operational issues as needed
• Maintaining up-to-date training and knowledge to ensure safe and effective practice

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience as a Support Worker or Senior Support Worker
• A UK driving license for a minimum of 3 years
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to supervise, coach, and motivate others
• Commitment to promoting choice, dignity, and independence for those supported
• Knowledge of care standards, policies, and safeguarding practices
• Reliable, flexible, and proactive in problem-solving
• A caring and respectful approach to supporting others
• Ability to work flexibly and think innovatively
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Commitment to upholding professional standards, policies, and procedures

The benefits of working with Priory Group include:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes such as gym membership, IT technology, and Healthcare Cash Plan
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through their Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership and management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

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