# Senior Support Worker - Male

> NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Priory Healthcare.

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## Summary

- **Status:** Live
- **Employer:** Priory Healthcare
- **Location:** Woodhouse Cottage
- **Workplace type:** onsite
- **Profession:** Support worker
- **Salary:** £13.95 / hour
- **Contract type:** Permanent - Full Time
- **Posted:** 2026-09-18T08:48:16.651Z
- **Source information URL:** https://jobs.priorygroup.com/en/postings/4dabd094-4949-4b59-9976-e131ddcdd073
- **Application URL:** https://jobs.priorygroup.com/en/postings/4dabd094-4949-4b59-9976-e131ddcdd073
- **Employer website:** https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/

## Job Content

Woodhouse Cottage £13.95 per hour Full Time – 42 hoursWoodhouse Cottage has an opportunity for a male Senior Support Worker to join our team. Due to the requirements of our residents, we can only consider male candidates for this particular role.Woodhouse Cottage is located in East Ardsley, in West Yorkshire. Our home offers residential support for six adult males, and they are cared for by a male-only team. This includes men with a learning disability and autistic men. We are in a semi-rural location, surrounded by beautiful countryside.We can also support those who have mild to moderate behaviours that may challenge.

### What you'll be doing

- Supervise and support the delivery of person-centred support and care
- Provide leadership during shifts, including handovers, role allocation, and effective communication.
- Ensure residents have person-centred plans in place and are supported to participate in meaningful activities.
- Deliver team supervisions and contribute to professional development.
- Administer medication safely and in line with procedures.
- Manage service users’ finances and contribute to budget management in accordance with policy.
- Complete and oversee accurate record-keeping, reporting, and compliance with legislation.
- Monitor and support team performance, addressing immediate operational issues as needed.
- Maintain up-to-date training and knowledge to ensure safe and effective practice.

### What we will give you in return

- 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

## Person Specification

### What you'll bring to the role

**Essential**

- Previous experience as a Support Worker or Senior Support Worker is essential.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to supervise, coach, and motivate others
- Committed to promoting choice, dignity, and independence for those we support.
- Knowledge of care standards, policies, and safeguarding practices.
- Reliable, flexible, and proactive in problem-solving.
- A caring and respectful approach to supporting others.
- Ability to work flexibly and think innovatively.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Commitment to upholding professional standards, policies, and procedures.

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