Maternity Cover - Support Worker

Brook Street; Mellor; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for maternity cover in Mellor. The position involves providing one-to-one support to a young adult with complex needs, focusing on personal care, community activities, and fostering independence. Ideal candidates should hold a full clean UK driving licence, possess strong communication skills, and have a background in personal or social care.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care and social care preferred.
• Physically capable of delivering personal care and manual handling.
• Full clean UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting personal care and manual handling.
• Driving the client's adapted vehicle.
• Facilitating college work and therapy sessions.
• Assisting with community activities and outings.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Flexibility and availability

Excellent punctuality and timekeeping

Ability to build positive rapport

Education

Health & Social Care qualifications (or working towards them)

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Brook Street

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Mellor, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

02.07.2025

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Job Description

MATERNITY COVER - SUPPORT WORKER REQUIRED - MELLOR, STOCKPORT

Join a team that makes a real difference - every single day.

Brook Street Social Care is seeking a reliable, dynamic, and caring Support Worker to cover maternity period of up to 10 months to provide one-to-one support to a vibrant and fun-loving young adult with complex needs, based in the Mellor area of Stockport.

This is a unique opportunity to become a part of a small, dedicated care team making a genuine impact in someone's life - both at home and out in the community.

ABOUT THE INDIVIDUAL
You'll be supporting a young person who lives life to the fullest! Their hobbies include:

• Trips to the cinema & love for the Marvel Universe
• Video gaming sessions
• Skiing, football, and attending football matches

Each day is different, and your support will help them experience it all with confidence and independence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supporting personal care and manual handling
• Driving the client's adapted vehicle (clean UK licence essential)
• Facilitating college work and therapy sessions
• Assisting with community activities and outings
• Following client-specific training and support plans

SHIFT DETAILS
You'll be required to work 3-4 shifts per week, on a rotating basis.
Current shift pattern:

• Mon - Wed: 7am - 5pm

PAY & CONTRACT

• Minimum 30 hours/week (with extra hours available)
• Annual Salary: £22,916.40+ (based on minimum contracted hours)

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Flexibility and availability across shift patterns
• Excellent punctuality and timekeeping
• Full clean UK driving licence and confidence driving along rural roads
• Physically able to deliver personal care and manual handling
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to build positive rapport and support therapeutic engagement

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Background in personal care and social care
• Health & Social Care qualifications (or working towards them)

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A MATERNITY COVER POST FOR UP TO 10 MONTHS

If you're passionate about making a difference, enjoy building genuine connections, and have the drive to support someone in living a full and independent life - we want to hear from you.