Senior Support Worker

3 weeks ago

Kilmarnock, United Kingdom Priory Group Full time

Senior Support WorkerKirklea, 3 Dundonald Road, Kilmarnock, Scotland, KA1 1EQ, KilmarnockPay Rate: £13.16 per hourShifts: 33 hours per week/ 8am-8pmCompany 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 closeknit, supportive and diverse team who help to make a real difference to people's lives.
We offer full training and numerous pathways into senior and leadership position 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.
For further detail on the site location and type of support provided, please review the additional information section.
Job Description Our teams provide care and support for individuals with different conditions at Priory sites all across the UK.
Your positive attitude and passion for providing high quality care and support will be your key strengths, but you'll also have a friendly, patient and positive approach to work.
You will provide support with day to day activities, whilst 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.
You will have gained experience in a similar setting, supervising and leading others.
While a formal qualification is not required, you should be willing to complete a Level 3 qualification in Team leadership and management with Priory.
Benefits include: A competitive salary Enhanced disclosure cost coverage Comprehensive induction and commitment to on-going training 28 days annual leave including bank holidays Online benefits and cashback rewards Blue Light Card application opportunity Cycle to work scheme NEST pension option Benefits are subject to T&Cs Responsibilities Encouraging people to live as independently as possible, while supporting them in building their life skills and achieving goals at their own pace 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 Supporting with personal care tasks, such as washing, dressing, eating and personal care Performing light housekeeping tasks, such as dusting, vacuuming, and changing bed clothes Assisting with safe lifting, transferring, repositioning and movement of individuals Assistance and support to attend medical appointments Observe, monitor, and record physical and emotional well-being, and quickly report any changes to senior staff Supporting the development of important family connections and liaising with specialists, including Speech & Language Therapists and Learning Disability teams Encouraging participation in social and recreational activities that promote involvement and personal growth 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 on your own and as part of a team Ability to understand and follow policies and procedure The 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.
Additional Information Kirklea is located in the centre of Kilmarnock, within walking distance of a thriving local community.
It offers residential support for 11 people on the autism spectrum, who may also have a learning disability, or physical health needs.
Our team are dedicated to supporting, empowering and encouraging the people we care for to develop the skills they need to live as independently as possible and achieve positive outcomes for all.
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.

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