career in care 2018

Thursday, April 26, 2018

Newbury Weekly News

You spend a third of your life at work.

Make it a job you love . . . Prior ’ s Court is a charity that offers education and

residential care for young people aged five to twenty-five whose autism means they require a lifetime of support. For these young people life can be extremely challenging. But with the right support , amazing things can be achieved. What do we do? We ’ ve developed an international reputation for our expertise in empowering young people with profound autism to achieve as high a level of independence and inclusion as possible. With our help they are able to make progress in all areas of their lives - often for the first time. Why work with us? We will give you experience , skills and autism expertise that is unrivalled in the sector ; all in a beautiful , tranquil environment gifted to us by Dame Stephanie Shirley. You don ’ t necessarily need any qualifications or previous work experience. What ’ s really important are your values and attitude towards working with people who need care , education and support.

Staff stories

What next? We help profoundly autistic young people live happy , meaningful lives. If you think you can help us continue to achieve this , we ’ d love to hear from you. To find out more , visit our website or get in touch with our Recruitment Team. Prior ’ s Court , Hermitage , Thatcham , Berkshire RG18 9NU T 01635 245928 E recruitment@priorscourt.org.uk jobs.priorscourt.org.uk priorscourt.org.uk

Joel Joseph Home Manager I really enjoy supporting and developing staff to ensure that they have the skills and confidence to work with the young people. I have been at Prior ’ s Court for 13-and-a- half years , initially as a Support Worker and now as a Home Manager. I have had the privilege of seeing many of the young people develop and grow in self-assurance.

Ray Harrison Senior Learning Facilitator

Patricia Garcia Support Worker

I joined the charity three years ago and having completed my Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care , funded by Prior ’ s Court , I was able to apply for a senior position. Whether in the 50-acre grounds or out in the local community I always enjoy working here! The young people have so much potential and I love getting the best out of them.

All my working life had been spent in the corporate world. I knew I needed a change and that I wanted to make a difference , so I applied for a role at Prior ’ s Court. I work closely with a particular child , their parents and social worker and I really enjoy seeing the contribution I ’ m able to make to my key child ’ s progression and development.

Registered charity no. 1070227