Support Worker - driver needed

Daisy Vale is looking to recruit a Support Worker to join the team. This is a full time, 44 hour role.

Daisy Vale House is located in Thorpe, a small village on the outskirts of Wakefield. It offers residential support for 16 males and females with a learning disability, as well as autistic individuals.

Our team are dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the people we support, helping them to achieve positive outcomes. We want to help each person we care for to have a healthy, happy and independent life, within a safe and welcoming home.

We can also support those who have:

• Difficulties with communication


• Epilepsy


• Mental health needs

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 suggestions

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.

• Full UK driving license for a minimum of 2 years


• 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).

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.

• 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.*

About Priory

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. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer* *here**.*

*All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.*

Job Details
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Career area
Adult Care
Position Type
Date Posted
22/05/2026
Location
Leeds
Job ID
PIN4507

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