Support Worker

Priory; Lodge (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

IT equipment access

Healthcare plan (Simply Health)

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Priory is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join Woodthorpe Lodge in Derbyshire. You will work as part of a compassionate team, assisting residents with personal care, daily living tasks and activities, and helping implement individual care plans designed to promote wellbeing and dignity.

This full-time role (42 hours) requires reliable, patient communication and the ability to follow established procedures.

Qualifications

• NVQ2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent qualification.
• GCSE or NVQ2 in English and Maths.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team and follow procedures.
• Experience handling challenging behaviour is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Meet residents' personal needs and support daily living tasks.
• Update person-centred support and care plans, and daily notes.
• Maintain professional relationships with residents, families, staff and stakeholders.
• Maintain safety, confidentiality and adhere to policies.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Compassionate approach

Education

NVQ2 in Health & Social Care or related area

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

Support Worker

Application Deadline: 30 September 2026

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Woodthorpe Lodge

Compensation: £13.45 / hour

Description

Woodthorpe Lodge, 7 Norbriggs Road, Woodthorpe Mastin Moor Chesterfield Derbyshire, S43 3BW.
£13.45 Per Hour.
Full Time 42 Hours.
Diver Preferred.
Woodthorpe Lodge has an opportunity for a Support Worker to join our team.
Woodthorpe Lodge, Chesterfield, Derbyshire is a residential service supporting 8 adults with a range of needs. It is located in a suburban setting and is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes and Chesterfield railway station nearby. Due to the location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.

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

• Ensure that the people who use our service have any personal needs or requirements met; including personal care, participation in activities and support with daily living tasks. To support people who use our service in achieving their outcomes in the way that they choose.
• Complete daily administration including updating person centred support & care plans, updating charts and completing accurate daily notes.
• Maintains professional relationships whilst developing a good rapport with the people who use our service, their family, colleagues, visitors and other stakeholders.
• Through own professional behaviour, including adhering to policies and procedures, contributes to the maintenance of safety, security and confidentiality standards.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you’ll bring to the role

Essential for the role

• NVQ2 in Health & Social Care or related area or equivalent or higher recognised qualification. GCSE or NVQ2 in English and Maths. N.B. It is not anticipated that all new recruits to the role will have NVQ2 qualification but will commence the attainment process within six months of joining and will have a specific time period in which to qualify.
• Communication and personal interaction is a key feature of this role and may include the provision of support to people who use challenging behaviour as a way to communicate their needs and frustrations or who use alternative communication methods such as pictures and signing systems. This role also requires participation in and promotion of a team approach at all times, with positive and constructive working relationships for the benefit of the service user. To contribute both verbally and in writing to service user reviews and support planning.
• The problems faced by many service users may present challenging situations, which may increase the physical, sensory and emotional demands of the role.

The following experience would be beneficial

Experience of working in a related environment is desirable.

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.