Senior Support Worker - mix of days and nights, driver

Priory; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym access

IPD sponsorship

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory in Juniper View is seeking a Senior Support Worker for a mix of day and night shifts. A full UK driving licence is required.

Juniper View is a new development with 11 apartments, supporting residents with primary learning disability and complex needs, with potential mental health and mobility considerations.

You will work with a compassionate team, help deliver person-centred care plans, supervise shifts, and contribute to training and safe, respectful practice.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Support Worker is essential.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are required.
• Ability to supervise, coach and motivate others.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support the delivery of person-centred 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 professional 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

Support Worker experience

Leadership

Communication

Driving license

Problem solving

Job description

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Location: Juniper View

Compensation: £13.95 / hour

Description

Juniper View - New Development

Juniper View has an opportunity for a Senior Support Worker to join our team for a mix of day and night shifts. Due to the needs of our residents, you will need to have a full UK driving license.

Juniper View is a new development and will have 11 apartments in total. We will be supporting those with primary learning disability and complex needs but may also have further mental health and/or mobility restrictions.

Compensation: £13.45 per hour

Contract: Full Time – 37.5 hours

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our residents wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Support Worker, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents.

• 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.

What you'll bring to the role

• 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.
• A caring and respectful approach to supporting others.
• Ability to work flexibly and think innovatively.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to upholding professional standards, policies, and procedures.
• A full UK driving license for a minimum of 3 years (for insurance purposes)

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

Priory has a Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders and is committed to adhering to the Access NI Code of Practice. Copies of both documents are available upon request.