Maternity Cover - Support Worker. Job in Manchester Education & Training Jobs

Brook Street Social Care; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated care provider in Stockport is looking for a reliable and caring Support Worker for maternity cover. The role involves providing one-to-one support to a young adult with complex needs, assisting with personal care, and facilitating community activities. A full clean UK driving licence is essential. The position offers a minimum of 30 hours per week with flexible shifts. If you're passionate about making a difference, apply today.

Qualifications

• Reliable, dynamic, and caring Support Worker with flexibility in shift patterns.
• Full clean UK driving licence for driving client's adapted vehicle.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and manual handling support.
• Drive the client's adapted vehicle as needed.
• Facilitate college work and therapy sessions.
• Assist with community activities and outings.

Skills

Flexibility

Punctuality

Verbal communication

Written communication

Building positive rapport

Education

Health & Social Care qualifications

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:

• Drumming & rock music
• 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
• Thu - Sat: 10am - 8pm

PAY & CONTRACT

• Weekday Rate: 14.69/hr
• Weekend Rate: 15.91/hr
• 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.

Apply today with Brook Street Social Care - where your work matters.