Senior Support Worker

Priory; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to providing exceptional care and support for individuals with diverse needs. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others while working within a supportive and close-knit team. You'll be responsible for encouraging independence, supervising colleagues, and providing essential care. With a commitment to ongoing training and career development, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a positive impact in the community. If you have a caring nature and strong interpersonal skills, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Enhanced disclosure cost coverage

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Online benefits and cashback rewards

Blue Light Card application opportunity

Cycle to work scheme

NEST pension option

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar care setting is essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to complete required qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Encourage independent living and support daily activities.
• Supervise colleagues and support their professional development.
• Assist with personal care and monitor well-being.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Empathy

Leadership

Numeracy Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Healthcare Qualification (desirable)

Level 3 in Team Leadership and Management

Job description

Job Description

Pay Rate: £13.10

Shifts: 8am - 8pm

Full time, 42 hours a week

Company Description

Priory Adult Care is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist adult care services. Our aim is to provide the right support in the right home for all the individuals we accommodate. With community-based residential care settings, as well as a network of supported living services, we support adults over the age of 18 with autism, dementia, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) and behaviours that challenge. We also offer a range of residential and nursing care settings for older people with varying levels of need.

At Priory, you'll have the opportunity to be part of something special. A closeknit, supportive and diverse team who help to make a real difference to people's lives.

We offer full training and numerous pathways into senior and leadership position to help you shape your career with us.

Our roles can be full or part time with a variety of shift patterns available, including weekdays and weekends.

For further detail on the site location and type of support provided, please review the additional information section.

Job Description

Our teams provide care and support for individuals with different conditions at Priory sites all across the UK.

Your positive attitude and passion for providing high quality care and support will be your key strengths, but you'll also have a friendly, patient and positive approach to work.

You will provide support with day to day activities, whilst encouraging and promoting independent living. As part of our team, you'll help people reach their potential, through both practical and emotional support, making a positive difference to their lives.

You will have gained experience in a similar setting, supervising and leading others. While a formal qualification is not required, you should be willing to complete a Level 3 qualification in Team leadership and management with Priory.

Benefits include:

• Enhanced disclosure cost coverage
• Comprehensive induction and commitment to on-going training
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Online benefits and cashback rewards
• Blue Light Card application opportunity
• Cycle to work scheme
• NEST pension option

Job Description

Pay Rate: £13.10

Shifts: 8am - 8pm

Full time, 42 hours a week

Company Description

Priory Adult Care is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist adult care services. Our aim is to provide the right support in the right home for all the individuals we accommodate. With community-based residential care settings, as well as a network of supported living services, we support adults over the age of 18 with autism, dementia, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) and behaviours that challenge. We also offer a range of residential and nursing care settings for older people with varying levels of need.

At Priory, you'll have the opportunity to be part of something special. A closeknit, supportive and diverse team who help to make a real difference to people's lives.

We offer full training and numerous pathways into senior and leadership position to help you shape your career with us.

Our roles can be full or part time with a variety of shift patterns available, including weekdays and weekends.

For further detail on the site location and type of support provided, please review the additional information section.

Job Description

Our teams provide care and support for individuals with different conditions at Priory sites all across the UK.

Your positive attitude and passion for providing high quality care and support will be your key strengths, but you'll also have a friendly, patient and positive approach to work.

You will provide support with day to day activities, whilst encouraging and promoting independent living. As part of our team, you'll help people reach their potential, through both practical and emotional support, making a positive difference to their lives.

You will have gained experience in a similar setting, supervising and leading others. While a formal qualification is not required, you should be willing to complete a Level 3 qualification in Team leadership and management with Priory.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary

• Enhanced disclosure cost coverage

• Comprehensive induction and commitment to on-going training

• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays

• Online benefits and cashback rewards

• Blue Light Card application opportunity

• Cycle to work scheme

• NEST pension option

Benefits are subject to T&Cs

Responsibilities

• Encouraging people to live as independently as possible, while supporting them in building their life skills and achieving goals at their own pace

• Supervise colleagues, lead team meetings and support your peers with their performance and professional development

• Lead support planning and act as point of contact in the absence of site leadership

• Assist with the management of site petty cash and client funds

• Supporting with personal care tasks, such as washing, dressing, eating and personal care

• Performing light housekeeping tasks, such as dusting, vacuuming, and changing bed clothes

• Assisting with safe lifting, transferring, repositioning and movement of individuals

• Assistance and support to attend medical appointments

• Observe, monitor, and record physical and emotional well-being, and quickly report any changes to senior staff

• Supporting the development of important family connections and liaising with specialists, including Speech & Language Therapists and Learning Disability teams

• Encouraging participation in social and recreational activities that promote involvement and personal growth

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience in a similar setting

• Good numeracy skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a caring nature

• Empathy, understanding and patience

• Ability to work on your own and as part of a team

• Ability to understand and follow policies and procedure

• The ability to anticipate and respond to challenges

• Competent in verbal and written English

• A healthcare qualification is desirable, but not essential

To be considered for this role, we require you to have the right to work in the UK.

Additional Information

Alphonsus House is located in Oldbury. Our service offers residential support for 18 males and females with a learning disability or mental health needs. The home is on a main road, near the town centre.

Disclosure

All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland, and the cost of this will be covered by Priory.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

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