At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support vulnerable adults with complex needs in a caring environment.
- Company: Award-winning care provider dedicated to person-centred health and social care.
- Benefits: Comprehensive training, career progression, employee wellbeing programmes, and lifestyle savings.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to excellence and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in care and a full UK driving licence preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Newent
Shift pattern: between 7am - 10pm.
Hours: 45 hours per week
Pay rate: £13.80
A full UK driving licence is strongly preferred for this position.
At Prosperity Care & Wellbeing, we are passionate about delivering outstanding, person-centered health and social care services. We support vulnerable adults with complex needs and challenging behaviours to live empowered, fulfilling lives - and we invest just as much in the wellbeing, development, and success of our staff.
Your Role
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Senior Support Worker to oversee 2 of our services, supporting people with diagnoses such as Mental Health, Learning Disabilities, Autism, challenging behaviours, and drug & alcohol dependency. This role combines hands-on care with leadership responsibilities, supporting the consistent delivery of high-quality, person-centered care across the service. You will help create safe, structured, and empowering environments while contributing to the development and confidence of the wider staff team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead shifts, guide Support Workers, and oversee daily care to ensure it follows individual support plans.
- Manage challenging behaviours, contribute to care planning and risk assessments, promote independence, maintain accurate records, work with families and professionals, and travel between services as required.
Why Join Prosperity Care & Wellbeing?
We offer a supportive, inclusive, and values-driven culture where you can truly thrive. Benefits include:
- Comprehensive in-house induction and ongoing specialist training
- Career progression and development opportunities
- Access to Perkbox employee benefits
- Lifestyle savings
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Free online counselling
- Online GP access
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Home & electronics salary-sacrifice schemes
- Employee wellbeing programmes
- Free parking in designated areas across Gloucestershire
- Enhanced DBS provided
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and believe that diversity strengthens our team. We value individuality, inclusivity, and a culture where everyone can thrive. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults with care and support needs, and we expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment with the highest standards of care and professionalism.
For this specific role, the person we support has a genuine occupational requirement for Female Senior Support Workers only, as permitted under the Equality Act 2010. This requirement relates solely to the personal care needs of the individual and does not affect our wider commitment to equality and inclusion.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re passionate about empowering others, confident leading teams, and ready to make a meaningful impact in specialist care, we’d love to hear from you. Please read the full job description and person specification for further details.
Contact Details:
Prosperity Care & Wellbeing Recruitment Team
