Bank Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading provider of specialist adult care services is seeking bank support workers at Westfield House in Rotherham. The role involves providing high-quality care and support to adults with mental health needs, promoting independent living, and making a positive impact on their lives. Ideal candidates should possess excellent interpersonal skills, empathy, and a caring nature. Full training and career development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is ideal but not essential.
• Full training provided with numerous career pathways available.

Responsibilities

• Support with personal care tasks like washing and dressing.
• Assist with safe lifting and medical appointments.
• Encourage participation in social activities.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Empathy

Patience

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Healthcare Qualification

Job description

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Westfield House, Westfield Road, Rawmarsh, Rotherham, S62 6EY

Priory Group Division

Adult Care

Hours

Bank

Vacancy Type

Bank

Job Advert - Division Information

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.

Job Advert Role Description

Westfield House is located in Rawmarsh, just outside of Rotherham. The service provides residential support for 22 males and females with mental health needs. We are located in a suburban area, just off a main road.

We are looking for bank support workers to join our established team.

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 should be keen to learn and show compassion to care for the people we support.

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 in their lives.

It would be ideal if you have previous experience gained in a similar role. However, whilst this is valuable, we are looking for individuals who display the right values and behaviors to make a difference to people’s lives. You should be keen to learn and show compassion to care for the people we support. Not only is full training provided, but there are numerous career pathways available to you, including our Nurse Apprenticeship program.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Providing assistance and support to attend medical appointments
• Observing, monitoring, and recording physical and emotional well-being, and quickly reporting any changes to senior staff
• Encouraging participation in social and recreational activities

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a caring nature
• Empathy, understanding, and patience
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to understand and follow policies and procedures
• The ability to anticipate and respond to challenges
• Competent in verbal and written English
• A healthcare qualification is desirable but not essential

Division DBS info

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.