Bank Support Worker
Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers
Employment Type: Bank
Location: The Old Vicarage Dewsbury
Compensation: £12.60 / hour
Description
Old Vicarage is looking to recruit a bank support worker to join the team.
The Old Vicarage is located close to Dewsbury town. It offers residential support for seven adult males and females with a range of needs. This includes adults with a learning disability, individuals with mental health needs, and people on the autism spectrum.
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.
* 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
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.
An NVQ2 in Health & Social Care, a related area, or an equivalent or higher recognized qualification is required, along with GCSEs or NVQ2 qualifications in English and Maths. While it is not expected that all new recruits will have already attained the NVQ2 qualification, they must begin the qualification process within six months of joining and complete it within a specified timeframe. Additionally, experience 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.
* 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 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. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.
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