Support Worker

Priory Group; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits including gym access

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Group is seeking a dedicated Support Worker at Gateholme in Wakefield to provide high-quality residential care for residents with a range of needs, including learning disabilities and autism. You will assist with daily living tasks, support engagement in activities, and help maintain wellbeing in a compassionate, respectful environment.

The role offers permanent full-time contracts with flexible shifts, comprehensive training, and continued development within Priory Group's healthcare

Qualifications

• Experience in care or support work is desirable.
• Training provided.
• Caring and respectful approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily living tasks.
• Encourage participation in activities and community life.
• Support service users in achieving personal outcomes.
• Maintain records and care plans.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families and staff.
• Uphold safety and confidentiality.
• Act as a key worker and track progress.
• Promote choice and independence.
• Contribute ideas for continuous improvement.

Skills

Care experience

Flexibility

Strong communication

Professional standards

Job description

Support Worker

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Gateholme

Compensation: £13.45 / hour

Description

Gateholme
£13.45 per hour
Full time and part time contracts available

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

The hours for this role at 7:30am - 7:30pm with weekend work included.

Gateholme is set in the lovely countryside surroundings of Carr Gate, in Wakefield. Our home offers residential support for 39 males and females with a variety of needs, including individuals with a learning disability, autistic people, and those with complex needs.

In addition to people with a learning disability, and autistic individuals, we also support those who have/are:

• Physical disabilities
• Dementia
• A personality disorder
• Mental health needs
• Mild to moderate behaviours that challenge
• Older adults

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 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.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

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

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