Empowering Support Worker - Adult Care & Inclusion

Best Lives; St Helens; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Best Lives is seeking dedicated Support Workers to assist adults with learning disabilities, autism and other needs in a social care setting. You will provide person-centred support, including daily living tasks, communication, and participation in activities to promote independence and dignity.

This on-site role involves varied shifts, including daytime, nights, and sleep-ins. Full training and ongoing support are provided to ensure compassionate, respectful care aligned with our values.

Qualifications

• Patience, empathy and calm demeanor when supporting adults with learning disabilities.
• Ability to communicate non-verbally and with respect.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support in line with individual support plans, promoting independence, dignity and respect.
• Support daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping and budgeting.
• Use each person’s preferred communication methods and agreed approaches to personal care and behaviours that challenge.
• Support community activities and day-centre attendance in line with individual choices.
• Maintain accurate daily records and communicate effectively with colleagues, families and professionals.
• Follow safeguarding and health and safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Patience

Observant

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Job description

Best Lives is seeking dedicated Support Workers to assist adults with learning disabilities, autism and other needs in a social care setting. You will provide person-centred support, including daily living tasks, communication, and participation in activities to promote independence and dignity.

This on-site role involves varied shifts, including daytime, nights, and sleep-ins. Full training and ongoing support are provided to ensure compassionate, respectful care aligned with our values.