Support Worker (Days)

Blue Ribbon; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & Development

Supportive Team

Meaningful Work

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Blue Ribbon is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for our new service in Southport. You will help people with autism and learning disabilities live independently, supporting daily tasks and community access.

The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a pay rate of £13.14 per hour. You’ll contribute to care plans, document care activities, and work within a safeguarding environment while developing essential skills and training.

Qualifications

• Open-minded attitude to diversity and inclusion.
• Positive and resilient approach to work.
• Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and use initiative when working alone.
• Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health & Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Enable People we Support to access a full range of chosen activities, ensuring their personal choices and preferences are supported.
• Contribute to and follow person-centred care plans, ensuring individual needs and wants are always met.
• Assist with personal care, daily living tasks, and maintaining a safe and clean environment.
• Accurately complete key daily documentation, including care records, fluid and nutrition charts, and incident reports.
• Administer and record medication safely and accurately.
• Support individuals with meal preparation, domestic duties, and general household tasks.
• Provide psychological, emotional, and physical support to service users.
• Enable access to the community, support with appointments, and encourage meaningful social interactions.
• Identify and report any concerns, ensuring a safe and safeguarding-compliant environment.
• Maintain positive relationships with family members, friends, and external professionals.
• Encourage and support independent living skills where possible.
• Keep up to date with all required training to ensure best practices.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Willingness to train to Level 2 Health

Education

Level 2 Health & Social Care (desirable)

Job description

Job reference: 000781

Salary: £13.14 per hour

Location: Southport

Hours Per Week: 40

Job Start Date

Closing date: 11/10/2026

Support Worker (Days) – Make a Real Difference

Pay Rate - £13.14 per hour

(Full-Time)

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others? Do you want to support individuals with Autism and Learning Disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Support Worker at our new service in Southport!

About The Role

• Enable People we Support to access a full range of chosen activities, ensuring their personal choices and preferences are supported.
• Contribute to and follow person-centred care plans, ensuring individual needs and wants are always met.
• Assist with personal care, daily living tasks, and maintaining a safe and clean environment.
• Accurately complete key daily documentation, including care records, fluid and nutrition charts, and incident reports.
• Administer and record medication safely and accurately.
• Support individuals with meal preparation, domestic duties, and general household tasks.
• Provide psychological, emotional, and physical support to service users.
• Enable access to the community, support with appointments, and encourage meaningful social interactions.
• Identify and report any concerns, ensuring a safe and safeguarding-compliant environment.
• Maintain positive relationships with family members, friends, and external professionals.
• Encourage and support independent living skills where possible.
• Keep up to date with all required training to ensure best practices.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for caring, motivated, and dedicated individuals who share our values.

Essential

• Open-minded attitude to diversity and inclusion.
• Positive and resilient approach to work.
• Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and use initiative when working alone.
• Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health & Social Care.

Preferable

• Previous experience working with vulnerable adults.
• Knowledge and understanding of Autism & Learning Disabilities.
• Transferable skills from similar roles or personal experiences.

Why Join Us?

• Rewarding Role – Make a real difference in people’s lives every day.
• Training & Development – Gain qualifications and grow your career.
• Supportive Team – Work in a caring and inclusive environment.
• Varied & Meaningful Work – No two days are the same!

Our Values

• Everybody Matters – Ensuring inclusivity and respect for all.
• Honesty & Integrity – Maintaining transparency and trustworthiness
• Passionate & Resilient – Demonstrating enthusiasm and commitment
• Positivity – Fostering a positive, uplifting environment
• Professional Excellence – Striving for excellence in all aspects of care

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