Priory
Support Worker - Driver
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Application Deadline: 9 August 2026
Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers
Location: Kinsley Autism Centre
Compensation: £13.45 / hour
Description
Kinsley Autism Service
£13.45 per hour
Full Time – 40 hours
Kinsley Autism Service has an opportunity for a Support Worker with a driving licence to join our team.
Kinsley Autism Services is located in Kinsley Village, near Hemsworth, and around 20 minutes from Wakefield. It is a specialist day care service for adult males and females who are autistic. The service is open 6 days a week from 7am until 5pm but this may change with the needs of the service.
What you'll be doing
We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team. In this rewarding role, you will provide the highest standard of person-centred support and care, enabling the people who use our service to live with dignity, independence, and choice.
- Support workers are key workers, and provide direct support to our service users in support them to live their best lives. 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.
- You will play a vital part in helping individuals achieve their personal goals, supporting them in daily living, and empowering them to realise their potential.
- 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.
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You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What you'll bring to the role
The successful candidate must be reliable, enthusiastic, empathetic and patient with a positive outlook on life. You'll be able to go out walking, swimming, and open to adventure.
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It is important that you can drive and you will need to pick clients up from their own home and take them out on activities.
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.
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