Female Support Worker Location: Leigh Pay rate: £13.91 per hour for all shifts We're seeking a compassionate and resilient female support worker to join a close-knit care team providing personalised support to a bright and curious young person with a unique perspective on the world. The young person resides with their father in a loving and supportive home environment. They have Sturge-Weber Syndrome, visual impairment, well-managed epilepsy, and developmental delay. As they are non-verbal, they communicate through their behaviour and sensory experiences.They enjoy relaxing in a warm hot tub, creating intricate paper shapes, walking barefoot on soft grass, and exploring sensory-rich environments. To thrive, they require a consistent routine, clear boundaries, and a team of understanding individuals who can connect with them on their level. At times, they may become overwhelmed and express their emotions through their behaviour.The ideal support worker will be patient, emotionally regulated, and able to provide a calming presence, particularly during periods of mood change. Shift Patterns Term Time Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 3:30pm – 9:00pm Wednesday: Family Time – no shift Saturday & Sunday: 11:00am – 9:00pm Saturday (Overnight): 9:00pm – 11:00am Non-Term Time Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:30am – 9:00pm Wednesday: 8:30am – 4:30pm Saturday & Sunday: 11:00am – 9:00pm Saturday (Overnight): 9:00pm – 11:00am You will provide support on a 1:1 and 2:1 basis, mainly 2:1. More about Acuity Care Group We have been around for nearly 20 years so know our stuff! We have over 900 people working for us across Operations and supporting roles. Acuity Care Group is a Supported Living healthcare provider, comprising 3 specialist business divisions: LD&A – Learning Disabilities & Autism Bespoke Team Brain Injury This role sits within our Bespoke Health & Social Care family, and you will be supported by an experienced hands-on Complex Care Manager. We work together in a wide variety of locations to support adults and children with complex care needs, and a range of both physical and mental disabilities. We are person-centred and the needs of the people we support are at the heart of everything we do. Our teams are passionate about working in close partnership with the people we support to provide outstanding, tailored care that promotes empowerment, and do everything possible to help our clients to access new experiences. What next? If you have the skills and experience listed above for this role, please pop us over your CV through the job link but if you have any questions and need to know more before you apply, please drop us a call. We will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail as soon as possible, go through some screening questions with you. Should you be keen to take it further and have the right experience, we will arrange an interview on Teams. Acuity Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals .All applicants will be subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. What else do we offer? We do offer additional benefits including: Access to Westfield Rewards - an exclusive rewards website, special offers on all your favourite goods and services from over 1,000 leading online and high street retailers, restaurants, travel companies Access to Westfield Health Cash Plan with access to GP appointments 24/7 and cashback for health expenses Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), support helplines and counselling for when you need more support covering mental wellness, finances and relationships to name a few. Blue Light Card discount scheme and Blue Light Card tickets – grab a free ticket to a horse race or comedy show. Further training in NVQ's in Health and Social Care Progression opportunities within the organisation Ongoing training and development A generous Refer a Friend scheme - receive up to £500! This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.Due to the nature of the role and the needs of the people we support, we can only accept applications from women for this position.