Bank Support Worker

Priory Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Gloucester is seeking a compassionate Bank Support Worker to assist in providing care and support to individuals with learning disabilities. The role involves personal care, promoting independence, and managing challenging behaviours. You will join a dedicated team and benefit from training and development opportunities. This position operates on a bank employment type with a pay rate of £12.60/hour.

Benefits

Pension enrolment

Access to development opportunities

Refer a friend bonus

DBS paid for

Qualifications

• Ability to provide personal care support with sensitivity to individual needs.
• Skill in supporting daily living skills to promote independence.
• Experience with de-escalation techniques and positive behaviour support strategies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans.
• Support residents in daily activities and outings.
• Manage challenging behaviours calmly and respectfully.

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Resilience

Compassion

Job description

Bank Support Worker

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Employment Type: Bank

Location: Alexandra House

Compensation: £12.60 / hour

Description

Alexandra House is looking to recruit a Support Worker to join the team.

Alexandra House is located in Gloucester. Our service offers residential support for nine males and females with a learning disability, who may also have a physical disability. We are off a main road, near to the town centre.

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. As a Support Worker, 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.

You may also have to:

• Provide personal care support with sensitivity to individual needs and preferences
• Support daily living skills to promote independence (e.g., dressing, grooming, meal preparation)
• Accompany and assist clients in community outings such as shopping, social events, and shows, ensuring safety and positive experiences
• Use de-escalation techniques and positive behaviour support strategies to manage challenging behaviours calmly and respectfully

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.

• Be reliable, friendly and caring to help our residents achieve their everyday goals (including personal care)
• Be able to support in-house activities and hobbies
• Be attentive and inspire our residents to achieve more!
• Be resilient and help manage some behaviours that challenge

For more information about the role, you can email [e-mail]

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.