Support Worker

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 6 May 2026
LOCATION
Wigan
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£29,817 / year
CATEGORY
Social Care
This role is not offered with visa sponsorship, though the employer is a licensed UK sponsor

SKILLS

Person-Centred Care Positive Behaviour Support Communication Teamwork Resilience Daily Living Support Medication Administration Safeguarding

FULL DESCRIPTION

Support Worker

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] - Orrell, Wigan - Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £25,516.01 - £29,817.77 per year

Closing: in 25 days

The Vacancy

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we champion the potential of every person with autism and a learning disability... We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Support Worker to join our specialist home in Orrell, Wigan.

Job Role

St James is our brand-new residential care home based in Orrell in Wigan. As part of the support team here, you will play a fundamental part... You will help to create a warm, stimulating environment whilst working a mix of day shifts and sleeps.

Responsibilities

  • Provide person-centred care and support tailored to individual needs
  • Build trusting relationships and support emotional and behavioural needs using Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
  • Assist with daily living activities such as personal care, meal preparation, medication, and household tasks
  • Promote independence and choice, encouraging the people we support to make their own decisions wherever possible
  • Support with day-to-day activities to ensure the people we support make the most of every opportunity

What We're Looking For

  • Passionate about person-centred care
  • Resilient and tenacious
  • Positive and proactive
  • Enthusiastic with a willingness to learn
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills

Full UK Driving Licence is advantageous.

Salary & Benefits

  • £25,516.01 - £29,817.77 (based on experience)
  • Skills Based Pay
  • Clearly defined career pathways
  • Healthcare Cashback
  • Care Friends Referral rewards up to £2000
  • Bright Stars scheme & Employee of the Month
  • Free Meals on Shift
  • Life Assurance Policy – 2x salary
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Holiday entitlement increasing with each year of service

Application Process

Ready to join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]? Our recruitment process includes a Values Based Interview and Competency Questions. For more information, see Interviewing with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Contact us at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] or [contact hidden]. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

The Company

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we make a real difference in the lives of young people and adults with autism, special educational and complex needs...

The Benefits

  • Meals provided at work
  • Referral and Reward Schemes
  • Life Assurance Policy
  • Simply Health Scheme
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Training and Development

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will require an enhanced DBS check.

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