Bank Support Worker

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 2 January 2026
LOCATION
Poole
TYPE
Other
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Healthcare
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SKILLS

Patient Care Daily Living Support Recreational Activities Community Engagement Empathy Communication

FULL DESCRIPTION

Bank Support Worker

The Shoresis looking to recruit a Bank Support Worker to join the team. The Shores is a home from home, and we pride ourselves on providing the best quality care and support to six adults living with learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions. We support them in living their best lives possible and building new skills.

Department

Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Employment Type

Bank

Location

The Shores

Address

46 Brixey Road, Poole, Dorset, BH12 3EZOpen in Google Maps

Workplace type

Onsite

Compensation

£12.90 / hour

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. As a Support Worker, 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.You will also;

  • Support with personal care and daily living skills to promote independence
  • Assist with recreational activities such as bowling, cinema trips, theatre visits, swimming, and beach walks.
  • Help with shopping and errands to support day-to-day needs.
  • Participate in social and family visits to encourage community engagement.
  • Care for and engage with resident animals, including our three chickens: Honey, Peaches, and Luna

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.   No previous experience is required to become a support worker with us — just a genuine caring attitude and a passion for helping others. If you’re reliable, patient, and enjoy making a positive difference in people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you. Full training will be provided to help you develop the skills needed to support individuals with their daily activities and wellbeing.

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] 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.

  • Pension enrolment
  • Access to development opportunities
  • Refer a friend bonus
  • DBS paid for

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

About [Employer hidden]

[Employer hidden] is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 13,000 colleagues and a network of 280 services, we support over 26,000 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. [Employer hidden] will cover the cost of a DBS check.   We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy.*

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DepartmentHealthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Employment TypeBank

LocationThe Shores

Address46 Brixey Road, Poole, Dorset, BH12 3EZ

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Workplace typeOnsite

Compensation£12.90 / hour

DocumentsSupport worker job description.pdf

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