Waking Night Support Worker

Priory; Woodthorpe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Gym membership

IPD sponsorship

Leadership and management development

Relocation support up to £3000

Job summary

Priory is seeking a compassionate Support Worker at Woodthorpe Lodge to provide person-centred care, helping residents live with dignity, independence and choice. You will be part of a dedicated team, delivering daily living support and empowering individuals to achieve personal goals.

Join us for a rewarding role with comprehensive training, progression pathways, and a supportive environment that values each service user’s wellbeing and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or support work is desirable.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work flexibly and empathetically.
• Commitment to upholding professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily living tasks.
• Encourage participation in activities and community life.
• Support service users in achieving their personal outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records, care plans, charts and daily notes.
• Build positive relationships with service users, families and colleagues.
• Uphold safety, security and confidentiality in line with policies.
• Act as a key worker to help individuals set goals and track progress.
• Promote choice, independence and involvement at all times.

Skills

Caring approach

Flexibility

Communication skills

Professional standards

Care experience (desirable)

Job description

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Location: Woodthorpe Lodge

Compensation: £13.45 / hour

Description

Woodthorpe Lodge is located in the village of Woodthorpe, near Chesterfield, Derbyshire. It offers residential support for eight males and females with a range of needs. This includes individuals with a learning disability. We are located off a main road, in a semi-rural location. Our team are dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the people we support by offering a holistic approach to care, enabling them to live a meaningful life. We want to help each person we support to have a healthy, happy and independent life, within a safe and welcoming home.

What you'll be doing

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team. In this rewarding role, you will provide the highest standard of person-centred support and care, enabling the people who use our service to live with dignity, independence, and choice. Support workers are key workers, and provide direct support to our service users in support them to live there best lives. 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. You will play a vital part in helping individuals achieve their personal goals, supporting them in daily living, and empowering them to realise their potential.

Key Responsibilities

• 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

• 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.