Support Worker

The Priory; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of adult care services is looking for supportive care staff in Gloucester. You will work in a close-knit team to provide high-quality care to individuals with diverse needs, promoting independence and emotional well-being. Full training is offered, and opportunities for career advancement are available.

Benefits

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Enhanced disclosure cost coverage

Comprehensive induction and on-going training

Cycle to work scheme

NEST pension option

Online benefits and cashback rewards

Blue Light Card application opportunity

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar care role is advantageous but not essential.
• Demonstrated values and behaviors suitable for care support.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in daily activities while promoting independence.
• Provide emotional support and cater to individual care needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Understanding and patience

Ability to work independently and in a team

Competence in verbal and written English

Education

Healthcare qualification

Job description

Pay Rate: £12.60

Shifts: 12 hour shifts days nights and weekends (8AM - 8PM and 8PM - 8AM)

Company Description

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.

At Priory, you'll have the opportunity to be part of something special. A closeknit, supportive and diverse team who help to make a real difference to people’s lives.

We offer full training and numerous pathways into senior and leadership position to help you shape your career with us.

Our roles can be full or part time with a variety of shift patterns available, including weekdays and weekends.

For further detail on the site location and type of support provided, please review the additional information section.

Job Description

Our teams provide care and support for individuals with different conditions at Priory sites all across the UK.

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 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 to 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 behaviours in order to make a difference to people’s lives. You should be keen to learn and show compassion to care for the people we support.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary

• Enhanced disclosure cost coverage

• Comprehensive induction and commitment to on-going training

• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays

• Online benefits and cashback rewards

• Blue Light Card application opportunity

• Cycle to work scheme

• NEST pension option

Benefits are subject to T&Cs

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a caring nature

• Empathy, understanding and patience

• Ability to work on your own and as part of a team

• Ability to understand and follow policies and procedure

• The ability to anticipate and respond to challenges

• Competent in verbal and written English

• A healthcare qualification is desirable, but not essential

To be considered for this role, we require you to have the right to work in the UK.

Additional Information

Located in Kingsholm, near to the centre of Gloucester, The Cedars provides residential support for up to nine people with a learning disability. The home is located on a quiet road, within walking distance of the town centre. We want to support our residents to live their lives to the fullest, by promoting independence and supporting them to access the community, in a safe way.

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.