Bank Support Worker- Waking Night
Priory Halifax Drive is looking to recruit a Bank Support Worker to join the team to work waking nights. This is a full time/37.5-hour role.
Halifax Drive is located in Leicester. It offers residential support for 33 males and females who have a learning disability, who may also be autistic. We are located in a residential area off a main road.
Halifax Drive is located in Leicester. It offers residential support for 33 males and females who have a learning disability, who may also be autistic. We are located in a residential area off a main road.
Our team are dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the people we support, helping them to have a fun and meaningful life which they have full control of.
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 attentive, person-centered support to individuals throughout the night, ensuring their safety and wellbeing..
- Monitor and document individuals’ health, behaviours, and any incidents, maintaining accurate records.
- Promote a calm and supportive environment, encouraging independence and dignity during night hours.
- Work flexibly on a bank basis to cover night shifts as required, supporting the wider care team.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
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.
Candidates should have previous experience in a care role, ideally supporting individuals with learning disabilities, mental health needs, or complex care requirements during night shifts. They must be confident in delivering personal care, managing medication safely, and responding effectively to emergencies. Strong observational skills, good communication, and the ability to work independently while maintaining a supportive presence are essential. Flexibility to work night shifts on a bank basis is required. An enhanced DBS check will be necessary prior to starting the role.
Candidates should have previous experience in a care role, ideally supporting individuals with learning disabilities, mental health needs, or complex care requirements during night shifts. They must be confident in delivering personal care, managing medication safely, and responding effectively to emergencies. Strong observational skills, good communication, and the ability to work independently while maintaining a supportive presence are essential. Flexibility to work night shifts on a bank basis is required. An enhanced DBS check will be necessary prior to starting the role.
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.
- 28 days annual leave
- 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
- Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs) up to £3000 (Terms apply)
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.
About Priory
Priory is the leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care in the UK. We support 26,000 people a year to move towards a healthier future so they can live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions, including depression, anxiety, addictions and eating disorders, as well as children’s mental health, across our nationwide network of sites. We also support autistic adults and adults with a learning disability, Prader-Willi Syndrome and brain injuries, as well as older people, within specialist residential care and supported living facilities.
With over 13,000 colleagues working at Priory, we have a long and prestigious history, and an unrivalled reputation for making a real and lasting difference to the lives of every individual in our care.
Priory is part of MEDIAN Group, a leading pan-European provider of mental health, specialist care and rehabilitation services, focussed on restoring quality of life through effective, evidenced and data-driven care.
Priory is committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, read more here.
All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. Should we require assistance, we will reach out directly to our 'PSL'
Priory is committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, read more here.
All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. Should we require assistance, we will reach out directly to our 'PSL'
Application Deadline
September 06, 2025
Department
Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers
Employment Type
Bank
Location
Halifax Drive
Address
72 Halifax Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE4 2DP
Workplace type
Onsite
Compensation
£12.60 / hour