Senior Support Worker — Lead Care & Wellbeing

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Wymondham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon House, part of Priory, is a welcoming 17-bed residential service based in Melton Mowbray, offering Flourish, our therapy-led addiction treatment programme. We seek a Senior Support Worker to assist with assessments, implement care plans, and support residents’ wellbeing.

The role focuses on practical and emotional support, encouraging independence, and working with a compassionate team to help residents reach their potential in a calm setting.

Qualifications

• Must have right to work in the UK.
• Experience in a similar setting is preferred.
• We welcome people with lived experience.
• Training in drug and alcohol treatment will be provided as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise colleagues, lead team meetings and support peers with 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.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks (dusting, vacuuming, changing bed clothes).
• Assist with attending medical appointments for residents.
• Observe and report changes in residents' well-being to senior staff.
• Support residents' participation in social and recreational activities and promote independence.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Numeracy skills

Caring nature

Empathy and patience

Teamwork and independence

English (verbal & written)

Substance abuse treatment experience (

Lived experience welcomed

Education

Level 3 qualification in Team leadership & management (desirable)

Job description

Beacon House, part of Priory, is a welcoming 17-bed residential service based in Melton Mowbray, offering Flourish, our therapy-led addiction treatment programme. We seek a Senior Support Worker to assist with assessments, implement care plans, and support residents’ wellbeing.

The role focuses on practical and emotional support, encouraging independence, and working with a compassionate team to help residents reach their potential in a calm setting.