Senior Support Worker

Priory; Drum Point (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory in Teignmouth is seeking a Senior Support Worker to join our Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers team. The role offers permanent full-time hours in a residential care setting, with a focus on person-centred care and wellbeing for residents.

You will lead a compassionate team, support daily living activities, and contribute to individual care plans. Priory provides training, development pathways, and a supportive environment to advance your career in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a care or support team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and empathy.
• Ability to communicate clearly with residents, families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of care staff to deliver person-centred support.
• Contribute to assessments and care plans and support wellbeing of residents.

Skills

Team leadership

Empathy

Communication

Job description

Senior Support Worker

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Riverview

Compensation: £14.25 / hour

Description

Riverview is looking for a Senior Support Worker to join the team

Riverview is located in the picturesque seaside town of Teignmouth, Devon. Our home offers residential support for eight males and females who are autistic. We are on a side road within a short walk of the local town and all amenities, right on the coast.

Our team are dedicated to supporting the people we care for to develop skills that will enable them to fully participate in the community and live the life they want to.

What you'll be doing

Along with experience in leading a team, 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

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

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.