Support Worker Support one incredible person to live life to the full. Location: Chorley Pay: £15/hr weekdays | £17/hr weekends Must be able to drive and be comfortable driving the person we supports vehicle Are youkind, proactive, and passionate about helping others thrive? We’re looking for a dedicated Support Worker to join a small support team, providing 1:1 care to a creative and driven individual with disabilities associated with cerebral palsy and cognitive, social, and communication challenges. This is more than just a job.It's an opportunity to support someone in achieving their personal, academic, and creative goals – and to make a real difference. Shifts: We require staff who are flexible and can work 24 hours per week Monday: 7:00am – 5:00pm (term-time for university support) Tuesday: 11:00am – 6:00pm Wednesday: 10:00am – 9:30pm Thursday – Sunday: 11:00am – 6:00pm Note: Hours may vary slightly between 9:00am – 5:00pm and 10:00am – 6:00pm, with occasional later finishes for social activities. A flexible, adaptable approach is key. About the Person You’ll Support The person being supported is an undergraduate song writing student who is passionate about music and currently attends college three days a week. They live with bilateral dystonic cerebral palsy, affecting all four limbs.They experience regular spasms and have a fixed posture and equines (feet turning inward and downward), but maintain full range of motion in other joints. Ongoing support is needed with: Mobility and posture Daily routines and food/drink prompts Behavioural prompts to support communication and social interaction University attendance and activities This is a rewarding opportunity to support someone in developing their independence and self-expression in all areas of life. Requirements A full UK driving licence and confidence driving the individual’s car A genuine interest in supporting someone to live a full, creative, and independent life Patience, empathy, and an understanding of physical and cognitive disabilities Flexibility to adapt to a changing schedule 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!