Support Worker

ALC Supported Living; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training

Career progression

Uniform provided

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

ALC Supported Living in Liverpool is hiring care staff to deliver aspirational led care to adults and children with learning disabilities, autism, mental health and complex needs. We provide free training, ongoing support, and clear progression pathways, even if you are new to care.

You'll join a supportive team with flexible shifts, full induction, and opportunities to grow through Skills for Care and DHSC pathways.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts, mentor colleagues and support the wider team.
• Deliver person-centred daily support across our services in Liverpool, Merseyside, Warrington, Greater Manchester and the Northwest.

Job description

Work in Care.
Make a Real Difference.

Be part of a team providing Aspirational Led Care to adults and children with learning disabilities, autism, mental health and complex needs. Free training, real support, and a career you can be proud of.

CQC Registered Free Training Career Progression

Why Join ALC Supported Living?

Every shift you make a genuine difference to someone's life. Your work matters, and you will feel it.

Full induction, ongoing training and clear progression pathways, whether you are new to care or experienced.

Supportive Team

You will be part of a close-knit, caring team where colleagues and managers have your back.

Flexible Shifts

We offer a range of shift patterns to fit around your life, including bank and relief positions.

Benefits of Working at ALC

We invest in our team the same way we invest in the people we support, with real training, real perks and a culture built around your aspirations.

Free training & 1:1 supervision

Free training for your role plus ongoing support through regular 1:1 supervisions.

Development opportunities in line with Skills for Care & DHSC, Care Workforce Pathway.

Free events & socials

Join ALC staff events at no cost, including our Summer BBQ and Annual Dinner.

Blue Light Card discounts

Access retail, travel and lifestyle discounts through the Blue Light Card.

ALC uniform provided

Includes a branded ALC winter coat and beanie, so you are set for every shift.

A little thank-you on your birthday, a lunch voucher on us.

An ALC staff Costco membership so you can make your money go further.

Access the ALC learn-to-drive scheme, a real investment in your independence.

Team building and learning opportunities including our weekend away in North Wales.

Aspirational Led culture

A culture that prioritises your aspirations. We believe charity begins at home, you will be supported so you can give the same to the people we support.

Deliver person-centred daily support across our services in Liverpool, Merseyside, Warrington, Greater Manchester and the Northwest.

Lead shifts, mentor colleagues and support the wider team to deliver high-quality care.

Flexible cover across our services when and where it is needed. Ideal alongside other work.

You do not always need previous experience, because we provide full training. What matters most is the right attitude: warmth, patience, reliability and a genuine wish to help people live well.

Caring and Patient Reliable A Good Listener Right to Work in the UK

Training and Development

Every new team member receives a full induction and ongoing training so you feel confident and supported from day one.

Our staff go through training, both mandatory and role-relevant, to meet the needs of the people we support. This includes the Care Certificate, Oliver McGowan training on learning disabilities and autism (Tier 1 & 2), PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System), Makaton, epilepsy awareness and more.

We want to develop our team and support them to complete NVQs and our in-house Aspirational Led Care Leadership Course.

• Care Certificate
• PECS, Picture Exchange Communication System
• Makaton
• Epilepsy awareness
• NVQs and ALC Leadership Course

ALC Training Survival Kits

Every training session comes with an ALC Training Survival Kit, our way of making sure new starters and returning staff have everything they need to learn, apply and lead. Because when our team feels supported, so do the people we care for.

Checks

Right to work references and DBS checks.