Support Worker - Nights

Priory; Hurlford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Gym membership

Healthcare plan (Simply Health)

Development opportunities

Job summary

Newhouse, Priory in Scotland, is seeking a Support Worker to join our team for night shifts. The role supports 22 adults with a primary learning disability, who may also have mental health needs or autism.

The position involves 42 hours over a pattern of 4 night shifts one week and 3 the next. Newhouse is located in the semi-rural village of Hurlford, near Kilmarnock, with services for physical health needs, communication challenges, and potential behaviours.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or support work is desirable but training is provided.
• Able to commit to night shifts.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to upholding professional standards and policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily living tasks.
• Encourage participation in activities and community life.
• Support residents in achieving personal outcomes and track progress.
• Maintain accurate records, care plans, charts, and daily notes.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, colleagues and stakeholders.
• Uphold safety, security and confidentiality per policies.
• Act as a key worker helping residents set goals and monitor progress.
• Promote choice, independence and involvement at all times.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing ideas and suggestions.

Skills

Caring

Communication

Flexibility

Teamwork

Job description

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Location: Newhouse Kilmarnock

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Location: Newhouse Kilmarnock

Compensation: £13.45 / hour

Description

Newhouse £13.45 per hour Full Time – 42 hours

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

This role is for night shifts with 4 shifts for one week, and 3 shifts for the next.

Newhouse is located in the semi-rural village of Hurlford, near Kilmarnock, Scotland. Our home offers residential support for 22 adults with a primary learning disability diagnosis, who may also have mental health needs or be on the autism spectrum.

We can also support those who have:

• Physical health needs
• Difficulties with communication
• Mild to moderate behaviours that may challenge
• Epilepsy

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

• Someone able to commit to night shifts
• 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
• Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs) up to £3000 (Terms apply)

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