Overview
Day Support Worker role at We Change Lives in Whitby, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire.
Hours per week: 42 hours; shifts start from 8am to 8pm. Salary: £12.21 per hour. Service: Park Drive. Location: Whitby, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire.
A Day in the Life of a Learning Disability Support Worker: No two days are alike. The role focuses on person-centered planning, tailoring services to each individual’s requirements, and achieving positive outcomes. You will be equipped with comprehensive training to provide a range of assistance, including personal care, behavioural support, fostering independence and confidence, and nurturing positive relationships through effective communication. A full UK driving licence is essential, as you will transport residents in disability-adapted vehicles to appointments, social outings, and activities, with safe and compassionate driving as a core responsibility.
Responsibilities
* Provide person-centered support as a Learning Disability Support Worker, including personal care and daily living assistance.
* Support behavioural needs and promote independence, confidence, and effective communication.
* Build positive relationships with the people supported and their networks.
* Transport residents in disability-adapted vehicles to appointments and activities; ensure safety and care during travel.
* Contribute to planning and delivering care and support services tailored to individual goals.
Who we’re looking for
* People who share and support our vision and values: supporting rights, needs, choices & dreams; seeing possibilities to make a difference; financial responsibility and sustainability; embracing new technology and innovation; appreciating every colleague’s contribution.
Employee Benefits
* Welcome bonus – £500 on joining the team.
* Training and development opportunities; qualification-related bonuses (e.g., £150 on completing Level 2 or above, plus £50 for passing the Care Certificate).
* Access to WeCare health and wellbeing support, including 24/7 GP access.
* Blue Light Card coverage.
* Discount schemes for childcare, shopping, and online training courses.
* Night Enhancement – £1 per hour for hours between 8pm and 8am.
* Free meals on 12-hour shifts.
* Refer a Friend – £200 bonus when a referred colleague is hired.
* Christmas Enhancement (Double Time) for allocated Christmas hours.
* Investment in technology (care plan and rota apps) with full training.
* Flexible shifts across services via online rota; shifts from 3 to 12 hours, including sleep-in shifts.
* Get Paid As You Earn (FlexEarn) – access to a portion of earnings before payday.
Ready to Change Lives? If you are passionate about making a genuine impact, we would love to hear from you. Applications are reviewed as they come in, and a member of the team will guide you through the next steps if you are shortlisted.
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