Building Independence Team Support Worker

Old Moat; Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council organization in Manchester is looking for a dedicated individual to join the Building Independence Team, providing essential support to individuals with specialized needs. The role involves working citywide in various community settings to promote independence and well-being. Candidates must hold or be willing to pursue the Care Certificate, possess a full driving license, and be flexible with shift patterns. The organization offers comprehensive benefits including a generous holiday allowance and a commitment to diversity.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Local government pension

Enhanced parental and carers leave

Various discounts and perks

Learning and development opportunities

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Hold or willing to undertake Care Certificate and minimum qualification level 3.
• Full driving licence and must be a car user.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized Reablement support to individuals.
• Work in community settings to help individuals achieve independence.

Skills

Flexibility

Proactive support

Teamwork

Resilience

IT skills

Education

Care Certificate or equivalent

Job description

About The Role

Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week

Contract Type: Permanent

Additional Payments: 10% Flexibility Allowance, Essential Car User Allowance

Closing Date: 19 December 2025

Closing time: 11.59pm

Interview Method: In Person

This Role is Subject to:

Essential Car Documentation - This post is a designated Essential Car User. Therefore, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work. You will receive the Essential Car User Allowance.

DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.

Qualification - Hold or willing to undertake the Care Certificate and minimum level 3 or equivalent qualification or be willing to work towards this within 6 months of starting the role.

Medical Clearance - Pre-placement health assessment (PPHA)

Evidence of conduct in previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to Health or social care or Children or vulnerable adults

Proof of identity including a recent photograph

Full Employment history

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Building Independence Team within Reablement. This new model of care for specialised Reablement will ensure a dedicated team of trained and skilled support workers, competent in supporting individuals with specialised needs to make lifelong sustainable changes to achieve their goals.

The Building Independence Team will offer a more efficient and consistent approach to support which will be a significant step forward in providing comprehensive, specialised support to a diverse range of individuals. This approach not only maximises the potential for individuals to achieve reduction in care needs but also ensures consistency and high standards of service delivery.

The new Reablement provision will support the following cohorts while utilising and maximising the TEC offer:

• Individuals with substance misuse
• Individuals with low to medium mental health needs
• Individuals with learning disabilities
• Individuals with autism
• Individuals with neurodiversity
• Support to residential/nursing provision where 1:1 support is identified, offering approaches to manage distressed behaviours and falls
• Support for individuals with early-stage dementia to remain in their own homes.

The successful candidates will join a service that prides itself in seeing people achieve their goals and return to independence. The candidate will work in a community setting citywide within an individual’s own home to support them to achieve independence, longer‑term solutions and aspirations whilst maintaining their privacy and dignity.

The post holder will provide and promote choice and control to the individual which will help them transition to maximum independence through a person-centred approach and partnership working.

The post holder will maintain accurate, up to date records and collect data and information to evidence performance around service delivery to ensure achievement of internal and external targets. Any further information required please contact Suzanne Wilson (Registered Manager for the Building Independence Team) on 07943827315.

About the Candidate

We are looking for people who are flexible and are able to undertake shift work, as the service operates from 7.30‑10pm Monday to Sunday.

The post holder should have the following attributes to offer:

• Being able to adapt to various situations.
• Be confident in what you do.
• Proactive to support customers to achieve their identifiable goals.
• Have positivity which improves and supports team morale, and which can have a positive influence on their surroundings.
• Being resilient to deal with emergency situations and find resolutions to problems.
• Ideally the post holder should possess some IT skills, but training will be provided.

The post holder should be willing to undertake mandatory training to improve personal development and be able to work as part of a team and on their own using their own initiative.

The post holder is a car user and holds a full driving licence.

About Us

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.

Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city – a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours:

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

Benefits we offer

• Generous holiday allowance- Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
• A buzzing pension- You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave- Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
• Brilliant perks- Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
• Learn and grow- We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
• A Good Employment Charter member- We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave- Give back to the community with three days pro‑rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council

At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

Support During the Process

• Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
• Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone.

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the minimum shortlisting requirement for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

• Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans
• Current or former care leavers
• Have a disability or long-term condition

If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the Supporting Statement section of your application.

When You Join Us

We’re a Disability Confident Employer, offering:

• A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
• Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
• A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.

What we will need from you if you’re successful

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.

Pre-Employment Checks

If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:

• Proof of Right to Work: You’ll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK.
• References: We’ll require references from your current and previous employer(s).
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role.
• Driving Licence: If the role requires driving, we’ll need evidence of your valid driving licence.
• Medical Check

These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve.

Other relevant information

We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.

Other Information

For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.

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