Support Worker

Priory; Soham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership training

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Relocation support

Job summary

Priory in Soham is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to provide person-centred care at Robinson House, supporting ten residents with learning disabilities. You will help with daily living, promote independence and work as a key worker to help individuals achieve personal goals.

The role offers full training, career development paths, and a focus on wellbeing. Competitive hourly pay and a supportive team environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Caring and respectful approach to supporting others.
• Strong communication with service users, families and colleagues.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to care environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily living tasks.
• Encourage participation in activities and community life.
• Support service users in achieving personal outcomes and goals.
• Maintain accurate records, care plans, charts and daily notes.
• Build positive relationships with service users, families and staff.
• Uphold safety, confidentiality and company policies.
• Act as a key worker and help set and track individual goals.
• Promote choice, independence and involvement at all times.
• Contribute ideas for service improvement.

Skills

Caring approach

Strong communication

Flexible thinking

Relationship-building

Resilience

Job description

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Location: Robinson House

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Location: Robinson House

Compensation: £13.45 / hour

Robinson House is located in Soham, in Ely. The service offers residential support for 10 males and females who have a primary learning disability diagnosis. We are located off a main road, just outside the town centre.

Our team are dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the people we support, providing everyone who stays with us with the skills needed to live a healthier and happier life, back in the community.

What you will be doing

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team. In this rewarding role, you will provide the highest standard of person-centred support and care, enabling the people who use our service to live with dignity, independence, and choice.

Support workers are key workers, and provide direct support to our service users in support them to live there best lives. Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

You will play a vital part in helping individuals achieve their personal goals, supporting them in daily living, and empowering them to realise their potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and 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.

What you’ll bring to the role

• 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.