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Leigh (Greater Manchester)
Permanent
Support worker
Posted: 23 May
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Location: Leigh Pay: £13.00 per hour (Day & Waking Night shifts) Hours: 36 hours per week Shift Pattern: Monday–Friday: 8:00am–4:00pm, Saturday: 10:00am–6:00pm, Sunday: 8:00am–4:00pm, Nights: 8:00pm–8:00am Pay Frequency: Weekly or Monthly We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and enthusiastic female Support Worker to provide 1:1 care for a bright and much-loved 10-year-old girl living at home with her parents in Leigh. She has DiGeorge syndrome and requires round-the-clock support from a consistent team. She is non-verbal, so you will learn to understand her individual communication cues, with full specialist training provided. She is a warm and engaging child who enjoys baking, sensory play, music, Disney films, and pampering, and is supported by a loving extended family. She has complex clinical needs, including ventilator dependency via tracheostomy, epilepsy, dystonia, scoliosis, visual and hearing impairments, and has a J-Peg for nutritional and fluids. Key Responsibilities Deliver high-quality, person-centred care across day and night shifts Support with clinical needs (full training provided) Learn and respond to her unique non-verbal communication methods Promote engagement in activities, play, and community outings Maintain a safe, consistent, and nurturing environment Work collaboratively with her family and wider care team Follow individualised care plans and established routines Experience & Skills of a Support Worker: Experience supporting children, non-verbal individuals, or those with complex needs is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided. You should be Kind, patient, and compassionate Reliable and consistent in your approach You should be willing to learn specialist skills and communication methods Comfortable working within a family home environment Enjoys engaging in play, sensory, and creative activities Able to work as part of a small, stable team A Full UK Driving license is desirable Who we are acuity care delivers specialist support across Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Learning Disability & Autism, and Mental Health Services. Every package of care is individually designed around the person, their goals, and their life. Our teams are passionate about delivering person‑centred care and empowering the people we support to access new experiences, learn new skills, and live as independently as possible. What we offer: Westfield Rewards – exclusive discounts with 1,000 big-name retailers, restaurants, and travel brands Westfield Health Cash Plan – including 24/7 GP access and cashback on health costs. Employee Assistance Programme –confidentialsupportfor wellbeing, finances, and relationships Blue Light Card – discounts and free event tickets acuity academy – training, qualifications, and continuous professional development Career progression within the organisation Refer a Friend bonus – earn up to £500. rewrite

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