Support Worker

Priory; Plympton; On-site; GBP 15,286 - 21,771; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits, including gym membership

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory is seeking a compassionate Support Worker for its Ridgecott location in Plympton, Devon. This role involves assisting qualified staff in delivering personalized care for residents with autism, learning disabilities, or mental health needs. Candidates should possess resilience and empathy, ensuring they support residents effectively through various challenges.

In return, Priory offers full training and numerous career development opportunities, alongside flexible benefits including a contributory pension scheme and reduced rates for gym memberships and IT technology.

Qualifications

• Natural empathy to support residents through challenges.
• Resilience to handle varying daily situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified staff with patient care plans.
• Undertake routine tasks and activities for wellbeing.
• Provide personalized support using proven therapies.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Job description

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers
Location: Ridgecott
Compensation: £13.45 / hour

Description

Ridgecott is looking for a Support Worker to join the team. Ridgecott is located in Plympton, Devon. It offers residential support for 10 males and females who are autistic, have a learning disability or mental health needs. We are on a quiet street, near the town centre. Our team are dedicated to providing our residents with the highest level of person‑centred care, ensuring they live a happy and healthy life.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our residents' wellbeing. 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. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.

What you'll bring to the role

Resilience and natural empathy are key. Our work is rewarding but can be challenging; no two days are the same. Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

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

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