Support Worker - Health & Social Care | Career Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Group's Birches Grove in Parkend, Forest of Dean, seeks a Support Worker to join a compassionate team providing residential support for adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs. The role includes personal care and assisting residents to engage with the local community.

You will work alongside qualified staff to implement care plans and document progress; NVQ2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent preferred, with training opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• NVQ2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent or higher recognised qualification; GCSE or NVQ2 in English and Maths.
• Communication and personal interaction are key features; may include supporting those who use challenging behaviour or alternative communication methods.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and daily living activities.
• Support completion of person-centred care plans and daily notes.

Skills

NVQ2 Health & Social Care

Communication & Personal Interaction

Education

NVQ2 English & Maths

Job description

Priory Group's Birches Grove in Parkend, Forest of Dean, seeks a Support Worker to join a compassionate team providing residential support for adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs. The role includes personal care and assisting residents to engage with the local community.

You will work alongside qualified staff to implement care plans and document progress; NVQ2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent preferred, with training opportunities offered.