Support Worker

The Priory; Sefton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in adult care is seeking compassionate individuals to join their dedicated team. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of those with various needs, including autism and learning disabilities. You'll provide essential support with daily activities, promoting independence and well-being. With flexible shifts and comprehensive training provided, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in a rewarding environment. Join a close-knit team committed to delivering high-quality care and making a real difference in the community.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Enhanced Disclosure Cost Coverage

Comprehensive Induction

28 Days Annual Leave

Online Benefits and Cashback Rewards

Blue Light Card Application Opportunity

Cycle to Work Scheme

NEST Pension Option

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a caring nature are essential.
• Empathy and understanding are crucial for this role.

Responsibilities

• Support with personal care tasks, including washing and dressing.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks and assist with medical appointments.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Empathy

Patience

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Education

Healthcare Qualification

Job description

Pay Rate: £12.60 per hour.

Shifts:7am - 2:30pm , 2:30pm - 10pm, 10pm - 7am. Weekend work included.

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 career pathways, including our Nurse Apprenticeship program.

Our roles can be flexible around your lifestyle, either full or part time and with a variety of shift patterns including weekdays and weekends.

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

Job Description

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 should be keen to learn and show compassion to care for the people we support.

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.

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

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. Not only is full training provided, but there are numerous career pathways available to you, including our Nurse Apprenticeship program.

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

Responsibilities:

• Supporting with personal care tasks, such as washing, dressing, eating and personal care
• Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as dusting, vacuuming, and changing bed clothes
• Assist with safe lifting, transferring, repositioning and movement of individuals
• Assistance and support to attend medical appointments
• Observe, monitor, and record physical and emotional well-being, and quickly report any changes to senior staff
• Encouragement to participate in social and recreational activities

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

Southport Services covers residential support for people across three homes, located in York Road, Arbour Street & Dinorwic Road.

York Road is located in the village of Birkdale in Southport, Merseyside. It offers residential support for five males and females who have a learning disability or are on the autism spectrum. Our team are dedicated to providing the people we care for with the skills needed to live a healthier and happier life back in the community. We can also support those who havemental health needs, difficulties with communication, and mild to moderate behaviour that may challenge

Dinorwic Road is located in the village of Birkdale in Southport, Merseyside. It offers residential support for three people with a primary learning disability diagnosis, who may also have mental health needs. We are located on a quiet road, surrounded by beautiful countryside. We aim to provide a safe and homely environment, where everyone we care for can make their own choices about the care and support they receive. We want to help provide residents with the skills they need to live a healthier and happier life back in the community.

Arbour Street is a semi-detached Victorian house, located on a quiet road, very close to Southport city centre. It offers residential support for three adults with a learning disability, who may also be on the autism spectrum. Our team are dedicated to helping people to develop the skills necessary for a future where they can live as independently as possible.

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.