Empowering Support Worker – Adults in Supported Living

Link Talent Recruitment; Accrington; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Support Worker in Accrington to provide care for adults with mental health and learning disabilities. Responsibilities include supporting the team leader, completing risk assessments, and teaching life skills. Candidates should have relevant experience and flexibility in working hours. The role offers a salary of £27,000–£30,300 per annum, a true work-life balance, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

True work life balance rota

Team events

Annual leave

Funded health and social care qualifications

On-site parking

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and/or mental health backgrounds.
• A Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent is desirable but not essential.
• Flexibility to work evenings and alternate weekends is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the team leader in ensuring the highest quality of care is delivered.
• Complete risk assessments and keep records up to date.
• Provide physical and emotional support for individuals and families.
• Teach life skills, such as shopping and using public transport.

Skills

Experience with adults with learning disabilities

Experience with mental health backgrounds

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends

Education

A Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Tools

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Support Worker in Accrington to provide care for adults with mental health and learning disabilities. Responsibilities include supporting the team leader, completing risk assessments, and teaching life skills. Candidates should have relevant experience and flexibility in working hours. The role offers a salary of £27,000–£30,300 per annum, a true work-life balance, and opportunities for career progression.