Senior Support Worker: Lead Care & Team Development

Priory Group; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Priory Group in Chasetown, Staffordshire is seeking an experienced Senior Support Worker to lead a residential care team and provide person-centred support for eight individuals with autism or a learning disability.

The role focuses on supervising day-to-day operations, coaching colleagues, leading team meetings, and ensuring safe and compassionate care. You will oversee medication administration, safeguarding, and records, while promoting dignity and independence in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Support Worker or Senior Support Worker.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to supervise, coach and motivate staff.
• Commitment to promoting choice, dignity and independence.
• Knowledge of care standards and safeguarding practices.
• Reliable, flexible and proactive in problem-solving.
• Keen team player with professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support the delivery of person-centred support and care.
• Provide leadership during shifts, including handovers and role allocation.
• Ensure residents have person-centred plans and participate in meaningful activities.
• Deliver team supervisions and contribute to staff development.
• Administer medication safely and in line with procedures.
• Manage service users' finances and contribute to budget management.
• Complete and oversee accurate record-keeping and reporting.
• Monitor and support team performance and address issues.
• Maintain up-to-date training and knowledge for safe practice.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Supervision

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Relationship-building

Professional standards

Job description

Priory Group in Chasetown, Staffordshire is seeking an experienced Senior Support Worker to lead a residential care team and provide person-centred support for eight individuals with autism or a learning disability.

The role focuses on supervising day-to-day operations, coaching colleagues, leading team meetings, and ensuring safe and compassionate care. You will oversee medication administration, safeguarding, and records, while promoting dignity and independence in residents' lives.