At Bright Futures, we believe every person with autism or a learning disability deserves the chance to thrive. We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Support Worker to join our specialist home in Great Sankey, Warrington, to provide high-quality care and life-enriching opportunities to the people we support.
Job Role
Our Cottesmore home is located on a quiet, new-build estate in Great Sankey, supporting 2 adults with autism and learning disabilities to be independent and achieve their own individual outcomes.
They love being active and involved in their community. From bouncing at Gravity Trampoline Park to working part-time at Gulliver's World Theme Park, life here for the people we support is vibrant and varied. As part of their support team, you will be responsible for assisting them to take part in these activities and supporting them to live successful lives. Each day will be completely different, but you will be there to guide them through all of life's milestones and challenges.
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. You will also keep records of their needs, support provided and progress.
You will help to create a warm, stimulating environment whilst working a mix of day shifts and sleeps to meet individual needs.
You'll do more than provide care – you'll be a mentor, advocate, and source of encouragement, helping the people you support to achieve the best outcomes.
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
There are no formal qualifications required for this role, but we are looking for an individual that is:
* 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
Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below.
Ready to join Bright Futures?
Our recruitment process is designed to ensure alignment with our values and the behaviours required to be successful in this role. It will include:
* Values Based Interview – We'll explore how your personal values align with the Bright Futures' culture
* Competency Questions – You'll be asked to provide examples of your skills and experience in relation to the key behaviours and competencies of this role.
For more information on our interview process, click here: Interviewing with Bright Futures
If you have a passion for care and would like more information about this role, we encourage you to contact us on or. xsngvjr
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
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