Bank Support Worker

Priory Group; Lostock Hall; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension enrolment

Access to development opportunities

Refer a friend bonus

DBS paid for

Job summary

Priory Lynbrook is seeking a Bank Support Worker to join our team in Lynbrook. Shifts include early, late, and sleep-on duties, with a focus on personal care and supporting adults with autism or learning disabilities.

You will work within a compassionate team, maintaining records, supporting daily activities, and promoting independence while upholding safety and confidentiality. Training is provided, and DBS costs are covered by the employer.

Qualifications

• Care or support work experience desirable but not essential; training provided.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work flexibly and think innovatively.
• Commitment to upholding professional standards, policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily living tasks.
• Encourage participation in activities and community life.
• Support service users in achieving personal outcomes.
• Maintain records, care plans, charts, and daily notes.
• Build positive relationships with service users, families, colleagues and stakeholders.
• Uphold safety, security, and confidentiality in line with policies and regulations.
• Act as a key worker for individuals, helping them to set goals and track progress.
• Promote choice, independence, and involvement at all times.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing ideas and suggestions.

Skills

Care or support work experience

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Flexible working

Innovative thinking

Professional standards

Job description

Bank Support Worker

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Employment Type: Bank

Location: Lynbrook

Compensation: £13.75 / hour

Description

Priory Lynbrook

£13.75 per hour

Bank contract

Lynbrook has an opportunity for a Support Worker to join our team. Shifts are 07:30am - 1pm / 1pm - 10pm / sleep on duties.

Lynbrook is located in Bamber Bridge, a suburb of Preston, and offers residential support for four adults, who are on the autism spectrum or have a learning disability. The service is located on a side road in a quiet and pleasant neighbourhood.

We can also support those who have:

• Difficulties with communication
• Mild to moderate behaviour that may challenge
• Epilepsy

What you'll be doing

You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the service. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, supporting with care requirements, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

• Provide personal care and support with daily living tasks.
• Encourage and assist participation in activities and community life.
• Support service users in achieving their personal outcomes in the way they choose.
• Maintain accurate records, care plans, charts, and daily notes.
• Build positive relationships with service users, families, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Uphold safety, security, and confidentiality in line with policies and regulations.
• Act as a key worker for individuals, helping them to set goals and track progress.
• Promote choice, independence, and involvement at all times.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing ideas and suggestions.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

• 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.
• Experience in care or support work (desirable, but not essential - training provided).

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Pension enrolment
• Access to development opportunities
• Refer a friend bonus
• DBS paid for

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.