Location: Alexandra House, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 3DR
Workplace type: Onsite
Employment type: Bank
Salary: £13.45 / hour

Alexandra House is looking to recruit a Support Worker to join the team.
Alexandra House is located in Gloucester. Our service offers residential support for nine males and females with a learning disability, who may also have a physical disability. We are off a main road, near to the town centre.

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.

You may also have to:

• Provide personal care support with sensitivity to individual needs and preferences
• Support daily living skills to promote independence (e.g., dressing, grooming, meal preparation)
• Accompany and assist clients in community outings such as shopping, social events, and shows, ensuring safety and positive experiences
• Use de-escalation techniques and positive behaviour support strategies to manage challenging behaviours calmly and respectfully

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.

• 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

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.

• Pension enrolment
• Access to development opportunities
• Refer a friend bonus
• DBS paid for

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

For more information about the role, email gennacollier@priorygroup.com