Senior Support Worker

Priory Group; Corby; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym and IT

Healthcare Cash Plan

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Relocation support up to £3000

Job summary

Priory Group is seeking a Senior Support Worker at Manor Field in Weldon, Northamptonshire. The role involves supervising staff, delivering person-centred care, and leading shifts to ensure high standards across the service.

You will supervise day-to-day operations, oversee team meetings, and ensure residents’ plans enable independent living, with scope for professional development and leadership pathways.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Support Worker or Senior Support Worker is essential.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to supervise, coach, and motivate others.
• Committed to promoting choice, dignity, and independence.
• Knowledge of care standards, policies, and safeguarding practices.
• Reliable, flexible, and proactive in problem-solving.
• Ability to work flexibly and think innovatively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support the delivery of person-centred care.
• Provide leadership during shifts, handovers and allocations.
• Ensure residents have person-centred plans.
• Deliver team supervisions and contribute to development.
• Administer medication safely according to procedures.
• Manage service users’ finances and budgeting per policy.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with legislation.
• Monitor team performance and address operational issues.
• Maintain up-to-date training for safe practice.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Supervision

Problem solving

Care standards

Safeguarding

Teamwork

Medication administration

Job description

Senior Support Worker

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Manor Field

Compensation: £13.95 / hour

Description

Manor Field is located in Weldon, Northamptonshire. It offers residential support for five males and females, who have a primary learning disability diagnosis, who may also be autistic. We are in a semi-rural location, off a main road, and surrounded by lovely views and beautiful countryside.

Our team are dedicated to supporting residents to live their best life, within a safe and welcoming home.

What you'll be doing

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Support Worker to join our team. In this role, you will act as a positive role model, providing effective supervision and guidance to support staff, ensuring high-
quality, person-centred care is delivered at all times.

You will play a key role in supervising day-to-day operations, coaching colleagues, leading team meetings, and ensuring the people who use our service are supported to live fulfilling, independent lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and support the delivery of person-centred support and care


• Provide leadership during shifts, including handovers, role allocation, and effective communication.


• Ensure residents have person-centred plans in place and are supported to participate in meaningful activities.


• Deliver team supervisions and contribute to professional development.


• Administer medication safely and in line with procedures.


• Manage service users’ finances and contribute to budget management in accordance with policy.


• Complete and oversee accurate record-keeping, reporting, and compliance with legislation.


• Monitor and support team performance, addressing immediate operational issues as needed.


• Maintain up-to-date training and knowledge to ensure safe and effective practice.

What you'll bring to the role

• Previous experience as a Support Worker or Senior Support Worker is essential.


• Strong leadership and communication skills.


• Ability to supervise, coach, and motivate others


• Committed to promoting choice, dignity, and independence for those we support.


• 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.

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


• Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs) up to £3000 (Terms apply)

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