Job Description

About us

Priory Project Ltd is a small, values-led charity providing support for adults with learning disabilities at Priory House. We champion choice, independence and a warm, homely environment.

The role

We're recruiting a Senior Support Worker to be one of two Seniors providing daily on-shift leadership. You'll model best practice, mentor colleagues, coordinate activities, and keep plans and records ship-shape so that our residents have a great, safe day, every day.

What you'll do

Lead the shift:

allocate tasks, maintain safe staffing/1:1s, and keep the day running smoothly.

Plan & review support:

co-produce Support Plans and weekly schedules with residents, key workers and the Deputy; hold resident meetings (menus, shopping, activities).

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS):

use proactive strategies, early de-escalation and clear crisis plans; coach colleagues in consistent approaches.

Quality & records:

maintain accurate daily notes, appointments and incident reports; check colleagues' entries for completeness and follow-through.

Health & personal care:

maintain dignity while supporting daily living needs; arrange/attend medical appointments; administer medicines in line with training and policy.

Safeguarding & H&S:

uphold safeguarding at all times; use safe moving & handling; escalate concerns promptly; work to the Code of Professional Practice for Social Care.

Team development:

mentor and guide support workers; model calm, positive communication with families and professionals.

About you

Experienced in learning-disability support Person-centred, calm and organised Confident with PBS, safeguarding and MCA/Best Interests; thorough with documentation. Great communicator who builds strong relationships with residents, families and professionals. Work to the Code of Professional Practice for Social Care and hold (or be willing to work towards) the Level 3 Diploma while in post.

Working pattern & expectations

12-hour day shifts on a rota, ensuring a Senior is on shift every day. Flexibility to adjust hours occasionally to meet residents' needs. Participation in management on-call after a successful 3-month probation.

Safer recruitment

Appointment is subject to enhanced DBS, satisfactory references and right-to-work checks. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 14.40 per hour

Expected hours: 42 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Experience:

providing care: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 10/10/2025
Reference ID: Senior Support Worker