Residential Support Worker - Empower Independence

Priory Group; Dresden; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym access

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Group is seeking a Support Worker for Strathmore House in Dresden, Stoke-on-Trent. This permanent, full-time role offers £13.45 per hour and 30 hours per week, with a focus on residential support for individuals with autism or learning disabilities.

You will join a compassionate team delivering personalised care plans, assisting with daily living tasks, and supporting residents to live healthier, more fulfilling lives, while maintaining records and promoting wellbeing.

Qualifications

• 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).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Caring approach

Flexibility

Communication

Professional standards

Care experience

Job description

Priory Group is seeking a Support Worker for Strathmore House in Dresden, Stoke-on-Trent. This permanent, full-time role offers £13.45 per hour and 30 hours per week, with a focus on residential support for individuals with autism or learning disabilities.

You will join a compassionate team delivering personalised care plans, assisting with daily living tasks, and supporting residents to live healthier, more fulfilling lives, while maintaining records and promoting wellbeing.