Senior Support Worker - Lead & Drive Care Team

Priory Group; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Relocation assistance up to £3000

Career development

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Priory York Road is seeking a Senior Support Worker to join the team at York Road, Southport. A full UK driving license is required for insurance purposes, and previous experience as a Support Worker or Senior Support Worker is essential.

You will lead shifts, supervise staff, and support residents with personalised care plans. The role offers permanent full-time hours with a strong focus on wellbeing, dignity and independence, along with opportunities for professional development and

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Support Worker or Senior Support Worker is essential.
• Full UK driving license for 3 years (insurance purposes)
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Driving license

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team supervision

Experience in care settings

Job description

Priory York Road is seeking a Senior Support Worker to join the team at York Road, Southport. A full UK driving license is required for insurance purposes, and previous experience as a Support Worker or Senior Support Worker is essential.

You will lead shifts, supervise staff, and support residents with personalised care plans. The role offers permanent full-time hours with a strong focus on wellbeing, dignity and independence, along with opportunities for professional development and