Location: Loughshore, Newtownabbey, County Antrim, BT37 0PR
Workplace type: Onsite
Employment type: Permanent - Full Time
Salary: £13.45 / hour

Priory Loughshore is looking to recruit a Support Worker to join the team. This is a full time, 38.5 hour role which will need flexibility for weekends and a rotation of night duties as required.

Loughshore is located in the Jordanstown area of Belfast, on the County Antrim coastline. We are in a quiet area, off a main road, and surrounded by pleasant, private grounds, which our residents help to maintain. Our home offers residential support for 16 people with a primary learning disability diagnosis, people on the autism spectrum and those with behaviours that may challenge. People with physical health needs are also supported at the home.

Our team are dedicated to supporting our residents to develop the skills needed for them to live a healthier and happy life. We want to help each person we care for to feel a sense of belonging in their own home and also within their own community.

We can also support those who have:

• Difficulties with communication
• Mild to moderate behaviours that may challenge
• A forensic background
• Epilepsy

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. 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 practical and emotional support to individuals with disabilities, mental health issues, or other needs
• Assist with daily living activities such as personal care, meal preparation, and medication management
• Help clients develop independent living skills and promote social inclusion
• Monitor and report any changes in clients' health or behaviour to relevant professionals
• Maintain accurate records and ensure a safe, supportive environment for clients

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

• Resilience, as no two days are the same
• Natural empathy to support others through the highs and lows
• Good communication skills
• Passion for making a positive difference to residents' day-to-day lives and helping them reach their wishes and goals
• Working as part of a dedicated and professional team

What we will give you in return

• Regular career conversations and full training
• Pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions
• 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

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