Support Worker - Nights

Priory; Preston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits including gym access

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Priory is hiring for a Support Worker to join The Spinney in Preston for night shifts. The role requires a fixed schedule: 4 nights on, 4 nights off, 10pm–7:30am, including weekends and bank holidays.

Based in The Spinney, Bamber Bridge, Lancashire, the role supports adults with autism and learning disabilities, including those who may display challenging behaviour. A compassionate, professional team ethic is essential.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• The night shift does include domestic tasks
• 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.

Skills

Caring approach

Flexible

Communication

Professional standards

Care experience

Job description

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Location: The Spinney

Compensation: £13.75 / hour

£13.75 per hour

Full Time – 38 hours

Description

The Spinney has an opportunity for an experienced Support Worker to join our team for night shifts. Applicants must be able to join an existing rota to fulfil 4 nights on duty, 4 nights off on a rolling basis which does include weekends and bank holidays. The hours for this role are 10pm to 7:30am and we're unable to offer any flexibility on these times.

The Spinney is located within Bamber Bridge, a suburb of Preston, in Lancashire. It offers residential support for three adult males and females, including autistic people and individuals with a learning disability. We are located in a pleasant neighbourhood, off a main road.

We can also support those who have:

• Difficulties with communication
• Mild to moderate behaviour that may challenge
• Epilepsy

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our residents wellbeing. The role involves supporting residents with autism, learning disability and whom may display challenging behaviour to a moderate level.

• The night shift does include domestic tasks
• 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.

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

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.