Senior Support Worker: Lead Care, Mentor & Develop Teams

Priory; Cannock; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Training & qualifications support

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Priory is seeking a Senior Support Worker to join Highfields in Chasetown, Staffordshire. You will supervise and coach care staff, lead shift handovers and team meetings, and ensure delivery of person-centred support for residents with autistic spectrum needs or learning disabilities.

This role involves overseeing daily operations, supporting residents to live independently, maintaining accurate records, administering medication safely, and upholding safeguarding and care standards.

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 for those we support.
• Knowledge of care standards, policies, and safeguarding practices.
• Reliable, flexible, and proactive in problem-solving.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Mentoring

Problem solving

Empathy

Job description

Priory is seeking a Senior Support Worker to join Highfields in Chasetown, Staffordshire. You will supervise and coach care staff, lead shift handovers and team meetings, and ensure delivery of person-centred support for residents with autistic spectrum needs or learning disabilities.

This role involves overseeing daily operations, supporting residents to live independently, maintaining accurate records, administering medication safely, and upholding safeguarding and care standards.