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 Davyhulme in Urmston, to provide high-quality care and life-enriching opportunities to the people we support.
Job Role
Davyhulme is one of our new purpose built, state of the art residential homes in South Manchester supporting 5 adults with autism and learning disabilities to be independent and achieve their own individual outcomes.
As part of a support team you will be responsible for assisting them in their transition into their new home. You will get to know each of the people that we support and find out their interests and likeable activities, to create fulfilment of each day. 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 a young person or adult's support team, listening to their wishes, planning meaningful activities, championing their communication goals and keeping meticulous records. 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 their own individual 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
Salary up to £29, based on experience and additional1 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 – 2 x 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.
The Company
At Bright Futures, we make a real difference in the lives of young people and adults with autism, special educational and complex needs. Through our dedicated and expert team, we deliver outstanding care and education.
Our team are here because they are passionate about improving the lives of the individuals we support. Our employees are the key to the exceptional quality of care and education that we provide. It's why we invest in our people, fostering their personal and professional growth to ensure they can excel and develop in their journey with us.
We can't promise that it will always be easy, but we can promise here at Bright Futures it will be worthwhile. You'll be making a difference to the lives of the people we support, celebrating their achievements, and providing unwavering support during challenging times. The feedback from our people is that the good days will always outshine; especially with the backing and support of the whole team.
No matter your role, everything we do is focused around our unwavering commitment to the people we support. Our aim is that every individual we support thrives and socially develops as active members of their local community.