Bank Support Worker

Priory Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in England is seeking a compassionate Bank Support Worker to deliver personalized support to individuals with diverse needs. The role involves assisting with daily tasks, promoting independence, and maintaining records. This position requires strong communication skills and a respectful approach to caregiving. Full training is provided, making this an excellent opportunity to begin a rewarding career in care.

Benefits

Pension enrolment

Access to development opportunities

Refer a friend bonus

DBS paid for

Qualifications

• Caring and respectful approach to supporting others.
• Experience in care or support work (desirable but not essential).
• Full UK driving licence and a minimum of 3 years of driving in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily living tasks.
• Support participation in activities and community life.
• Maintain accurate records and care plans.
• Act as a key worker for individuals.
• Promote choice, independence, and involvement.

Skills

Compassionate care

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Resilience

Flexibility

Job description

Bank Support Worker

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Employment Type: Bank

Location: PSL Lancashire

Compensation: £13.20 / hour

Description

Priory Supported Living Lancashireis looking to recruit a Support Worker to join the team. This is a bank role. Priory Supported Living Lancashire provide supported living services for people with a variety of support needs, conditions and presentations. This includes people who are autistic, have a learning disability or mental health needs. Our specialist support enables people to live happy and fulfilling lives in their own homes within their community.

The support provided by our service is person-centred and specifically tailored to meet every unique need, underpinned by our philosophy that every individual has the right to live the life that they choose for themselves. We can provide support up to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including 1:1 support.

What you'll be doing

• 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

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 (desirable, but not essential – training provided)
• Full UK driving licence and have driven in the UK for minimum of 3 years

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.

• Pension enrolment
• Access to development opportunities
• Refer a friend bonus
• DBS paid for

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