Support Worker

Job description

Description
Priory Fernleigh House is looking to recruit a Support Worker to join the team. This is afull 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.

Fernleigh House is located in Leyland, a suburb of Preston, in Lancashire. 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: Difficulties with communication
Moderate to severe behaviour that may challenge
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 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 ...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leyland

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-11-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English