Support Worker

The Priory; Dover; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Dover is seeking a Support Worker for waking night shifts. This full-time role involves providing care and support to individuals with varying needs, promoting independence and wellbeing. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and a passion for helping others. The position offers a competitive pay rate, ongoing training, and development opportunities within a supportive team environment. Join us in making a difference in people's lives, while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a fulfilling career path.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

28 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership

Access to development opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrates initiative and the ability to work in a person-centred way.
• Ability to work alongside people to develop their potential and skills.
• Ability to work on your own and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans.
• Providing support with daily living skills to promote independence.
• Embedding the REACH standards in everyday practice.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Resilience

Empathy and understanding

Ability to work in a person centred way

Initiative

Competent in verbal and written English

Education

A social care qualification

Job description

We are looking to recruit a Support Worker waking nights to join our team.

Full Time: 37.5 Hours per week (across any 7 days)

Shift times: 21:30 to 07:30

Pay Rate: £12.90 per hour

Swerford House is located in Temple Ewell in Dover, Kent. It offers residential support to up to six males who are autistic or have a learning disability. Our home is located semi-rurally on a private estate, at top of bank with magnificent views of the valley and local farm.

Our team are committed to empowering and encouraging the people we care for. We provide the support needed to enable individuals to reach their goals, develop their self-esteem and the skills they need to live as independently as possible.

It would be ideal if you have previous experience gained in a similar role. However whilst this is valuable, we are looking for individuals who display the right values and behaviours in order to make a difference to people’s lives. You should be keen to learn and show compassion to care for the people we support.

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.

Your positive attitude and passion for providing high quality care and support will be your key strengths, but you\'ll also have a friendly, patient and positive approach to work.

As a Support Worker waking nights you will assist 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 our residents and tenants. You will provide support with day to day activities, whilst encouraging and promoting independent living. As part of our team, you’ll help people reach their potential, through both practical and emotional support, making a positive difference to their lives.

Your positive attitude and passion for providing high quality care and support will be your key strengths, but you\'ll also have a friendly, patient and positive approach to work.

You will provide 1:1 support through the night whilst encouraging and promoting independent living. As part of our team, you\'ll help people reach their potential, through both practical and emotional support, making a positive difference to their lives.

• Encouraging people to live as independently as possible, while supporting them in building their life skills and achieving goals at their own pace
• Supporting tenants in a person centred way, which can include assisting with personal care, participation in activities and support with daily living skills, including maintenance of their tenancy
• Complete daily administration of electronic and paper records with the involvement of the individual as appropriate
• Supporting the individual in maintaining their health and wellbeing, which may involve liaising with other specialists
• Supporting and encouraging the individual’s participation and integration in the local community through activities and interests that meet their ambitions and help them achieve outcomes in their chosen way
• Embedding the REACH standards in everyday practice
• Following company policies and procedures

What you will 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.

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills and resilience
• Demonstrating initiative and the ability to work in a person centred way
• Ability to work alongside people to develop their potential and skills
• Empathy, understanding and patience
• Ability to work on your own and as part of a team
• Competent in verbal and written English
• A social care qualification is desirable, but not essential

To be considered for this role, we require you to have the right to work in the UK.

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.

Adult care benefits

• Free on-site parking
• 28 days annual leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare
• 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

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

About Priory

Priory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. It supports over 26,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions – including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and children’s mental health – and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, Prader–Willi Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check. We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy.