Full job descriptionSupport Worker at Fitzwilliam LodgeFitzwilliam Lodge provides residential support for males and females with mental health needs across 16 bedrooms (including 3 self-contained flats), mainly set in a detached, single-storey property in a quiet residential location. The service can also support individuals with:
*A mild learning disability
*Mild to moderate behaviour that may challenge
*A forensic background
*Epilepsy
*Low level mobility needs
You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the service. Whether you’re assisting with day-to-day operations, supporting with care requirements, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.
*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.
*Build positive relationships with service users, families, colleagues, and stakeholders.
*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.
*Promote choice, independence, and involvement at all times.
*Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing ideas and suggestions.
A caring and respectful approach to supporting others.
*Ability to work flexibly and think innovatively.
*Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
*Commitment to upholding professional standards, policies, and procedures.
*Experience in care or support work (desirable, but not essential – training provided).
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
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. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process.