Senior Support Worker - Waking Nights

Priory; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits

Gym membership

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Millburn in Cambuslang near Glasgow seeks a Senior Support Worker for waking nights (20:00–08:00) across two units. You will lead the night shift, assist with care plans, and support residents with a personalised approach to improve wellbeing.

Location: Millburn Homes, Glasgow area. Salary £13.95 per hour for full-time (42 hours). Chance to develop leadership skills while delivering high-quality care in a residential setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in senior or leadership capacity within care settings.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions.
• Calm, reliable and able to respond to changing situations.
• Strong communication skills to support and motivate colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to residents.
• Assist with assessment and implementation of individual care plans.
• Lead and support staff during night shifts across units.
• Monitor safety and ensure procedures are followed.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with on-site coordination.

Skills

Leadership experience

Independent worker

Calm under pressure

Strong communicator

Person-centered care

Organised multi-unit

Job description

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Location: Millburn Homes

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Location: Millburn Homes

Compensation: £13.95 / hour

Description

Priory Millburn

£13.95 per hour
Full Time – 42 hours

Millburn has an opportunity for a Senior Support Worker to join our team for waking night shifts between 20:00 - 08:00.

Working Pattern:

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

Millburn is located in Cambuslang, on the outskirts of Glasgow. Our home offers residential support for 20 males and females with a variety of needs, including autistic adults and people with a learning disability. We can also support individuals with mental health and physical health needs.

What you'll be doing

We are looking for an experienced Senior Support Worker to join our team within a multi-unit registered care home. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Support Worker who is ready to take the next step in their career and develop their leadership skills while continuing to provide high-quality care and support.

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. 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

• Supporting people to live fulfilling and independent lives.
• Providing high-quality care and support in line with individual needs and care plans.
• Working across two units and supporting the staff teams on shift.
• Monitoring the wider site and ensuring staff are working effectively and safely.
• Acting as a senior point of contact during the night.
• Supporting colleagues and providing guidance where required.
• Responding appropriately to any issues or concerns that arise during the shift.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring all relevant procedures are followed.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

• An experienced Support Worker, ideally with experience in a senior or leadership capacity.
• Confident working independently and making decisions.
• Calm, reliable and able to respond effectively to changing situations.
• A strong communicator who can support and motivate colleagues.
• Passionate about providing person-centred care.
• Organised and able to manage responsibilities across multiple units.
• Looking for their next career opportunity and ready to take on additional responsibility.

If you are an experienced Support Worker looking for a step up into a Senior role, this could be an excellent opportunity to develop your skills while making a real difference to the people we support.

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.