At Bright Futures, we champion the potential of every person with autism and a learning disability, believing wholeheartedly in their ability to thrive and lead the most fulfilling lives. We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Support Worker to join our specialist home in Lymm, Warrington, to provide high-quality care and life-enriching opportunities to the people we support.
The Cottage in Lymm, is home to 2 adults who enjoy family visits, day trips out to the beach or waterparks, and longer trips away. No two days at the Cottage will be the same, and your responsibility will be to assist the people we support with their own individual outcomes, supporting them in planning and accompanying them on activities that help them to live fulfilling lives.
As part of a support team you will be responsible for supporting people to move into their new home. You will get to know each individual, find out their interests, and support them to achieve the small and big steps in reaching their goals and living the life they choose. 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 their day to day support team, actively valuing and amplifying what matters to them, empowering their communication and independence, planning fulfilling activities. You will also keep records of their needs, support provided and progress.
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 the best 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 £29,817.56
* 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 – 2x 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.
Application Process
Ready to join Bright Futures?
Our recruitment process is designed to ensure alignment with our values and the behaviours required to be successful in this role. It will include:
* Values Based Interview – We’ll explore how your personal values align with the Bright Futures’ culture
* Competency Questions – You’ll be asked to provide examples of your skills and experience in relation to the key behaviours and competencies of this role.