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Priory Fernleigh House is looking to recruit a Support Worker to join the team. This is a full time, 37.5 hour role where you will be working from an 18 week rolling rota, consisting of early and late shifts (including sleep ins), weekends and the occasional night shifts. It offers residential support to six autistic males and females and people with a learning disability. We are unable to support a relocation package for this role so can only consider candidates who reside a commutable distance from the service. Our team provide a safe and caring environment for the people we care for where learning and living is an enjoyable experience enabling them to develop as individuals. We believe that a person-centred approach to care and support provides the tools for individuals to live in a more independent setting in the future. We can also support those who have: 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. 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 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. 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. Working with the team to support residents to "Live Their Life" as independently as possible Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. A caring and respectful approach to supporting others. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are necessary to support our residents Commitment to upholding professional standards, policies, and procedures. Experience in Learning Difficulties, Autism, Epilepsy and behaviours that challenge is an advantage but not essential as all training will be provided. A good standard of spoken and written English is essential for this role, as it involves supporting individuals with communication difficulties and ensuring their needs are clearly understood. 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. 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 Long service award Refer a friend bonuses Priory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 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. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here. For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement 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.