Support Worker - Days - 24 hours

Priory Group; East Ardsley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Gym membership

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonus

Healthcare plan

Job summary

Priory Group is seeking a caring Support Worker for a part-time, 24-hour day shift at Woodhouse Hall, East Ardsley, West Yorkshire. The post supports 19 adults with diverse needs, offering residential care and a structured team environment.

You will assist with daily living, participate in activities, and help residents move toward personal goals under qualified staff supervision. Training and development are provided.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily living tasks.
• Encourage participation in activities and community life.
• Support residents in achieving personal outcomes and goals.
• Maintain records, care plans and daily notes.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families and staff.
• Uphold safety, confidentiality and regulatory compliance.
• Act as a key worker and track residents' progress.
• Promote choice, independence and involvement.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Flexibility

Communication

Professional standards

Job description

Support Worker - Days - 24 hours

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Woodhouse Hall

Compensation: £13.45 / hour

Description

Woodhouse Hall is looking to recruit a Support Worker to join the team.This is a part time, 24 hour role covering day shifts. Woodhouse Hall is located in East Ardsley, in West Yorkshire. It offers residential support for 19 adult males and females with a range of needs. These include people with a learning disability, mental health needs, people on the autism spectrum, and those with a personality disorder. We are in a semi-rural location, off the main road from East Ardsley to Tingley.

We can also support people with:

• Difficulties with communication
• Mild to moderate behaviours that may challenge
• Trauma

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

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.

• 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)
• Full UK driving license for minimum of 3 years (desirable, but not essential)

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. #priory3