The Vacancy

We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Support Worker to join our specialist home in Lymm, Warrington to provide high-quality care and life-enriching opportunities to the people we support at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Job Role

The Cottage is one of our homes in South Warrington, supporting 2 adults with autism and learning disabilities. As a Support Worker, you will be a key part of their day-to-day support team, actively valuing and amplifying what matters to them, empowering their communication and independence, planning fulfilling activities, and keeping records.

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

Experience in care is beneficial but not essential as full training will be provided. Full UK Driving Licence is advantageous.

Salary & Benefits

• £25,516.01 - £29,817.56 (based on experience and 1 sleep-in per week)
• Skills Based Pay – the more skills and qualifications you gain, the greater the reward
• Clearly defined career pathways with plenty of opportunities to progress
• Healthcare Cashback (dental, optical, physio, wellbeing)
• Care Friends Referral rewards up to £2000
• Bright Stars scheme & Employee of the Month awards
• Free Meals on Shift
• Life Assurance Policy – 2x salary
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Holiday entitlement increasing with each year of service

Safeguarding Requirement

Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Satisfactory references are also required.

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]. If you have a passion for care, contact us on [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. Our team are passionate about improving lives, and we invest in our people's personal and professional growth.

The Benefits

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

Join the team at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and awaken your potential whilst improving the lives of the people we support.