Compassionate Support Worker — Empowering Independence

Priory Group; Temple Ewell; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym and IT

Career development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership training

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Relocation support

Job summary

Priory Group is seeking a compassionate Support Worker for a permanent, full-time position at St Michaels in Temple Ewell, near Dover. The role involves person-centred daily living support, personal care, and helping residents maximise independence in a semi-rural residential service for autistic adults or those with a learning disability.

As a key worker, you will support daily living, personal care, activities and community involvement, while upholding professional standards and accurate care

Qualifications

• Demonstrates compassion and empathy in care delivery.
• Able to adapt to changing needs and flexibly support individuals.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with people supported and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred personal care and daily living support.
• Promote choice, independence and involvement in activities.
• Support individuals to achieve personal goals and outcomes.
• Encourage participation in activities and community life.
• Build positive relationships with individuals, families and colleagues.
• Maintain accurate care records, plans and daily notes.
• Act as a key worker and help review goals with individuals.
• Maintain safety, confidentiality and professional standards.
• Contribute ideas to continuously improve the service.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Flexible

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Priory Group is seeking a compassionate Support Worker for a permanent, full-time position at St Michaels in Temple Ewell, near Dover. The role involves person-centred daily living support, personal care, and helping residents maximise independence in a semi-rural residential service for autistic adults or those with a learning disability.

As a key worker, you will support daily living, personal care, activities and community involvement, while upholding professional standards and accurate care