Support Worker - Days, driver

Priory Group; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits: gym, IT devices, HP

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Group is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for day shifts at Juniper View, Belfast. A full UK driving license is required to support residents and coordinate transport when needed.

This permanent, full-time role offers £13.45 per hour, 37.5 hours weekly, and a strong focus on compassionate care and resident wellbeing. Priory provides a contributory pension, flexible benefits, development opportunities, IPD sponsorship, leadership pathways, long service awards, and refer-a-friend bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in care or support work is desirable but training is provided.
• Full UK driving license required for residents' transport and insurance purposes.

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 tracking progress.
• 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.

Skills

Caring approach

Flexible thinking

Communication skills

Professional standards

UK driving license

Care experience (desirable)

Job description

Support Worker - Days, driver

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Juniper View

Compensation: £13.45 / hour

Description

Juniper View - New Development
£13.45 per hour
Full Time – 37.5 hours

Juniper View has an opportunity for a Support Worker to join our team for day shifts. Due to the needs of our residents, you will need to have a full UK driving license.

Juniper View is a new development and will have 11 apartments in total. We will be supporting those with primary learning disability and complex needs but may also have further mental health and/or mobility restrictions.

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. As a Support Worker, 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.
• A full UK driving license for a minimum of 3 years (for insurance purposes)
• 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. Priory has a Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders and is committed to adhering to the Access NI Code of Practice. Copies of both documents are available upon request.