Senior Support Worker

The Priory; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading adult care provider is looking for a Senior Support Worker in Glasgow. This full-time role involves assisting with the assessment and implementation of care plans while supervising staff and promoting independent living. Candidates should demonstrate empathy, excellent interpersonal skills, and a positive attitude. The position offers various benefits, including a contributory pension scheme and access to development opportunities. This role is crucial for enhancing the quality of life for residents and supporting their needs.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

28 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership

Leadership & management development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar setting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a caring nature.
• Ability to understand and follow policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise colleagues and lead team meetings.
• Support with personal care tasks like washing and dressing.
• Assist and support attendance of medical appointments.

Skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Good numeracy skills

Ability to work independently

Verbal and written English

Education

Healthcare qualification

Job description

Millburn Homes is looking to recruit a Senior Support Worker to join their team. This is a full time role, 42‑hour contract. Wed, Thurs, Fri / Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun split. 08:00‑20:00 shift.

£13.10 per hour

Millburn is located in Cambuslang, on the outskirts of Glasgow. Our home offers residential support for 20 people with a variety of needs, including autistic adults and people with.mobileqq a learning disability. We also support individuals with mental health and physical health needs. Our staff are dedicated to supporting the people we care for to increase their participation, independence, socialisation, and communication, so they can lead happy and healthy lives. e IS required: It would be ideal if you have previous experience gained in a similar role. Whilst this is valuable, we are looking for individuals who display the right values and behaviours in order to make a difference to people’s lives. You should be keen to learn and show compassion to care for the people we support.

What you’ll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team 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.

Your positive attitude and passion for providing high‑quality care and support will be your key strengths, and you’ll also have a friendly, patient and positive approach to work.

As a Senior Support Worker, you will assist 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. You will support day‑to‑day activities, encouraging and promoting independent living. As part of our team, you’ll help people reach their potential through both practical and emotional support, making a positive difference to their lives.

Responsibilities

• Supervise colleagues, lead team meetings and support your peers with their 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
• Support with personal care tasks, such as washing, dressing, eating and personal care
• Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as dusting, vacuuming and changing bed linens
• Assist with safe lifting, transferring, repositioning and movement of individuals
• Assist and support attendance of medical appointments
• Observe, monitor and record physical and emotional well crusher, quickly reporting any changes to senior staff
• Support the development of family connections and liaise with specialists, including Speech & Language Therapists and Learning Disability teams
• Encourage participation in social and recreational activities that promote involvement and personal growth

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长期 through both the highs and lows.

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience in a similar setting
• Good numeracy skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a caring nature
• Empathy, understanding and patience
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to understand and follow policies and procedures
• Ability to anticipate and respond to challenges
• Competent in verbal and written English
• A healthcare qualification is desirable, but not essential

To be considered for this role, we require you to have the right to work in the UK.

Adult care benefits

• Free on‑site parking
• 28 days annual leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes such as gym membership, IT technology (lActivator tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPDительность panel)
• Leadership & management development
• Long‑service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

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.

Company Description

Priory Adult Care is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist adult care services. Our aim is to provide the right support in the right home for all the individuals we accommodate. With community‑based residential care settings, as well as a network of supported living services, we support adults over the age of 18 with autism, dementia, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, Prader‑Willi Syndrome (PWS) and behaviours that challenge. We also offer a range of residential and nursing care settings for older people with varying levels of need.

At Priory, you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something special. A close‑knit, supportive and diverse team who help to make a real 双difference to people’s lives.

We offer full training and numerous pathways into senior and leadership positions to help you shape your career with us.

Our roles can be full or part time with a variety of shift patterns available, including weekdays and weekends.

Disclosure

All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland, and the cost of this will be covered by Priory.

We are an equal opportunities employer.