Compassionate Support Worker - Mental Health & Community Living

Priory Group; Tendring; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Gym membership

Healthcare cash plan

Job summary

Priory Group is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to join Penfold Lodge in Clacton-on-Sea. You will deliver person-centred care, supporting adults with mental health needs to live with dignity and independence, while building strong relationships with service users and families.

You’ll work as a key worker, promoting safety and wellbeing, and contributing to ongoing care planning and service improvements. Training and development opportunities are provided within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or support work is desirable but training is provided.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.
• Ability to work flexibly and think innovatively.

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 accurate records, care plans, charts, and daily notes.
• Build positive relationships with service users, families, colleagues and stakeholders.
• Uphold safety, security, and confidentiality.
• Act as a key worker and help users set goals and track progress.
• Promote choice, independence and involvement at all times.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing ideas.

Skills

Caring approach

Communication skills

Flexibility

Empathy

Relationship-building

Job description

Priory Group is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to join Penfold Lodge in Clacton-on-Sea. You will deliver person-centred care, supporting adults with mental health needs to live with dignity and independence, while building strong relationships with service users and families.

You’ll work as a key worker, promoting safety and wellbeing, and contributing to ongoing care planning and service improvements. Training and development opportunities are provided within a supportive team.