Senior Support Worker

Priory; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 19,286 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant for a residential home on Princes Street, Roath, Cardiff. You will work with a small group of males with learning disabilities and mental health needs, supporting daily living skills and individualized care plans.

The role emphasizes compassionate, person-centred care, with training provided and clear pathways into leadership and clinical positions within Priory.

Qualifications

• Strong experience as a Support Worker.
• Ability to think critically and solve problems.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified staff with patient care plans and daily living activities.
• Support residents with daily living skills, budgeting, and behavioural support.
• Contribute to a compassionate, personalised care approach for residents.

Skills

Support worker experience

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Job description

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Location: Princes Street

Application Deadline: 31 August 2026

Compensation: £13.95 / hour

Princes Street is located in Roath, near Cardiff. The home provides residential support for five males who have a learning disability and mental health needs. We are set in a lovely suburban area, close to shops and not far from the city centre.

Our home is dedicated to providing support and promoting independence in our residents’ day-to-day lives, including with their daily living skills, budgeting skills and behavioural support. Our team are committed to providing the people we care for with a voice and a choice, ensuring involvement in their support.

What You'll Be Doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our residents wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents.

What You'll Bring to the Role

Essential for the Role

• Strong experience of being a Support Worker previously
• Ability to think critically and to problem solve
• Excellent attention to detail

What We Will Give You in Return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.