Support Worker

Priory Group; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading adult care provider is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to join their team in York and North Yorkshire. This full-time role involves working closely with individuals with mental health needs, encouraging their independence and supporting their daily living skills. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and empathy, with a commitment to providing high-quality care. Benefits include free parking, annual leave, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

28 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership and private healthcare

Access to development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is valuable, but right values and behaviours are essential.
• Ability to work alongside individuals to develop their potential.
• Demonstrating initiative and a person-centred approach.

Responsibilities

• Encourage independence while supporting individuals in building life skills.
• Assist with personal care and daily living tasks.
• Maintain daily administration of records.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Resilience

Empathy

Ability to work independently

Verbal and written English proficiency

Education

Social care qualification (desirable)

Job description

We are looking to recruit a Support Worker to join our team.

This is a full time role. 36 - 48HR contracts.

08:00 - 20:00 / 20:00 - 08:00

£13.26 per hour

The Whitby Scheme is located across two sites in Whitby, a seaside town on the east coast of North Yorkshire. Our service offers residential support for 35 individuals with a range of mental health needs.

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.

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.

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.

• Encouraging people to live as independently as possible, while supporting them in building their life skills and achieving goals at their own pace.
• Supporting tenants in a person‑centred way, which can include assisting with personal care, participation in activities and support with daily living skills, including maintenance of their tenancy.
• Complete daily administration of electronic and paper records with the involvement of the individual as appropriate.
• Supporting the individual in maintaining their health and wellbeing, which may involve liaising with other specialists.
• Supporting and encouraging the individual’s participation and integration in the local community through activities and interests that meet their ambitions and help them achieve outcomes in their chosen way.
• Embedding the REACH standards in everyday practice.
• Following company policies and procedures.

What you’ll bring to the role

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.

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills and resilience.
• Demonstrating initiative and the ability to work in a person‑centred way.
• Ability to work alongside people to develop their potential and skills.
• Empathy, understanding and patience.
• Ability to work on your own and as part of a team.
• Competent in verbal and written English.
• A social care qualification is desirable, but not essential.

Adult care benefits

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.

• Free on‑site parking.
• 28 days annual leave.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes such as gym membership, IT technology (laptops, tablets, smartphones) and private healthcare.
• 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.

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 close‑knit, supportive and diverse team who help to make a real difference to people’s lives.

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.