Description
Priory SL South Wales is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to join their team. The successful candidate will support seven non-ambulant, non-verbal tenants with complex health needs, guided by health professionals.
The role involves ensuring a safe and inclusive environment, with responsibilities including manual handling, medication management, mealtime and money management, health appointments, and correspondence. The team also offers sensory activities and regular community outings.
As a Support Worker, you will be part of a compassionate team committed to resident wellbeing. You will assist qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertake routine tasks and activities as directed, and contribute to the maintenance of safety, security, and confidentiality standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing key working responsibilities for individual service users, supporting them to plan goals and personal outcomes
- Facilitating and supporting service users in decision-making, promoting choice and involvement
- Presenting the service in a positive light and making suggestions for improvement
The ideal candidate will hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or a related area, or an equivalent or higher recognised qualification. GCSEs or an NVQ Level 2 in English and Maths are also required. Experience of working in a related environment is desirable but not essential.
Benefits of working with Priory Group include:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits, including reduced rates and access to new schemes
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications
- Leadership and management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses