Support Worker

Priory Group; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Gym membership benefits

IT devices subsidy

Healthcare plan

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonus

Relocation support

Job summary

Priory Group in Belfast is seeking a committed Support Worker to join River House, providing compassionate care to residents on the autism spectrum or with learning disabilities. This full-time role offers £13.45 per hour, 38.5 hours per week, and requires flexiblity to work shifts in a semi-rural residential setting just outside the city.

You will support residents with personal care, help with daily activities, and follow individual care plans under supervision.

Qualifications

• Full driving license valid for at least 3 years.
• Availability to work shift patterns.
• Experience in health and social care settings preferred.
• A caring and respectful approach to supporting others.
• Ability to be flexible and think innovatively.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to upholding professional standards and procedures.
• Care or support work experience desirable but not essential; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide reliable, friendly, compassionate support to help service users achieve daily goals, including personal care.
• Assist with and encourage participation in in-house activities and hobbies to promote engagement and well-being.
• Stay attentive to service users’ needs and motivate them to reach their full potential.
• Demonstrate resilience and help manage challenging behaviours with patience and professionalism.

Skills

Driving licence

Shift work

Health and social care experience

Communication skills

Flexible thinking

Teamwork

Job description

Support Worker

Application Deadline: 31 August 2026

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: River House

Compensation: £13.45 / hour

Description

River House

£13.45 per hour

Full Time – 38.5 Hours

River House has an opportunity for a Support Worker to join our team.

We are located in the Shaw’s Bridge area of Belfast. It offers residential support for eight people who are on the autism spectrum or have a learning disability. We are in a semi-rural area on the outskirts of the city, surrounded by beautiful countryside.

What you’ll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our residents wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents

• Provide reliable, friendly, and compassionate support to help service users achieve daily goals, including personal care.
• Assist with and encourage participation in in-house activities and hobbies to promote engagement and well-being.
• Stay attentive to service users’ needs and motivate them to reach their full potential.
• Demonstrate resilience and help manage challenging behaviours with patience and professionalism.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you’ll bring to the role

• Full driving license for a minimum of 3 years
• Ability to work shift patterns
• Good knowledge of and experience in health and social care settings
• 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.

• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses
• Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs) up to £3000 (Terms apply)

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