Position: Specialist Support Worker
Location: Padiham, Lancashire
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hrs/week), including alternate weekends and sleep-ins
Salary: £23,870.55 per annum
Benefits: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, pension scheme, EAP, and more
About the Role
Imagine Independence is looking for Specialist Support Workers to provide person-centred care to individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, and complex needs. This includes personal care and supporting individuals with physical and emotional challenges.
You'll help with:
* Daily living tasks (e.g. cooking, budgeting, healthcare)
* Personal care and hygiene
* Community activities (e.g. walks, swimming, arts & crafts)
Training & Development
We invest in you from day one:
* Full induction and shadowing
* Ongoing face-to-face and online training
* Opportunities to gain Health & Social Care qualifications
What We're Looking For
* Compassionate & patient – you care deeply about others
* Energetic & creative – you bring positivity to everyday tasks
* Reliable & professional – you maintain high standards and clear boundaries
Our Values
We're a values-based employer. We look for people who believe in:
* Empowering lives
* Celebrating individuality
* Never giving up on people
* Challenging the ordinary
* Sharing generously
Apply Now
For an informal chat, call Jenna Staffa (Service Manager) on
To download full job description and person specification, please visit our website:
Send your CV to by 30thSeptember, 5pm
Interviews: 6th & 7th October 2025
Induction held in Burnley
Enhanced DBS required
Imagine reserves the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £23,870.55 per month
Work Location: In person