Job Description

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Senior Support Worker

Location: Hucclecote, Gloucester

Contract: 45 hours per week

Salary: 13.40 per hour

This role is subject to a DBS check, which will be provided by Prosperity Care & Wellbeing.



Please Note: We do not offer sponsorship at this time.


Are you ready to make a genuine difference in people's lives while advancing your career with an award-winning organisation?


At Prosperity Care & Wellbeing, we're passionate about delivering outstanding, person-centred care to vulnerable adults with complex needs. Our work changes lives - and we're proud to be recognised for it:

Culture and Diversity Award - 2023*
Best Place to Work in Gloucestershire - 2022*
Care Employer of the Year - 2024*
Winner of Excellence in Social Care Training Award - 2024*
The Employer Award (Independent) at National Learning Disabilities and Autism awards - 2025*



Join a team that values compassion, innovation, and professional development. We offer a supportive environment, competitive salary, and a wide range of benefits designed to help you flourish - both in your career and personal life.

About the Role

You will be supporting a young adult with learning disabilities and autism who thrives with structure, routine, and a consistent, person-centred approach. They can display behaviours that challenge, so experience with Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) or a similar framework is preferred. A calm, resilient, and confident attitude is essential. This individual enjoys engaging in meaningful and low-stimulation activities such as sensory play, walks, music, and spending quiet time in familiar environments. Support is provided both at home and in the community, with a focus on promoting independence, communication, and emotional wellbeing. Building trust and maintaining professional boundaries is key, as is working closely with a wider team including family members, therapists, and other professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting with daily routines, promoting independence, managing behaviours positively, and ensuring a safe and engaging environment. As a Senior Support Worker, you'll also be responsible for leading and supporting a small team, ensuring high standards of care are consistently met. This includes overseeing daily handovers, mentoring staff, completing regular audits, contributing to care planning and risk assessments, liaising with external professionals, and supporting the Service Manager with rota planning, training, and team development.

Why Choose Prosperity Care & Wellbeing?

We believe in looking after our people so they can provide the best support to others. Our benefits include:



Early access to pay Vivup employee benefits, including 24/7 GP access and free counselling and mental health support Discounts on wellbeing products and gym membership Wellbeing support programmes Free enhanced DBS check Annual attendance bonus (Job Grade A) Supportive and inclusive workplace culture valuing diversity and individuality Paid training and development opportunities to enhance your skills

Ready to Join a Team That Cares as Much as You Do?

If you're a motivated, compassionate leader ready to take the next step in your career - we want to hear from you.


Apply now or send enquiries to: jobs@prosperitycare.co.uk


Be part of something meaningful. Choose Prosperity Care & Wellbeing.

Equal Opportunities:

We encourage applications from diverse individuals and believe that diverse talent makes us stronger. We celebrate individuality and inclusivity in our workplace.


We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults with care and support needs and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.



If you're ready to make a real difference and join our dynamic team, apply now!



For more information, call our team at 0330 320 9144.