Support Worker

BEST LIVES LIMITED; Lostock Hall; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

BEST LIVES LIMITED in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help adults with learning disabilities and other needs live as they choose. You will work as part of a supportive team providing person-centred support and promoting independence, dignity and inclusion.

The role involves assisting with daily living tasks, accessing the community, attending appointments, and maintaining careful records.

Qualifications

• Caring, compassionate and reliable.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible and able to work evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.
• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support in line with individual support plans.
• Promote independence, dignity and respect at all times.
• Support with daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, shopping and budgeting.
• Assist individuals to access the community and social activities.
• Maintain accurate daily records and documentation.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and professionals.
• Follow safeguarding and health & safety procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Flexible / adaptable

Patient and person-centred approach

Job description

Working with us means making a real difference - supporting individuals to develop independence, build confidence and achieve their personal goals. Our Support Workers play a vital role in day-to-day life, from assisting with daily living skills and accessing the community, to supporting social activities and planning trips. We are always looking for caring, passionate individuals who want a rewarding career in social care and who share our values of respect, dignity and inclusion.

About the Role

Our Support Workers play a vital role in supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and other additional needs to live life as they choose. This may include supporting individuals with day-to-day life skills, accessing the community, attending appointments, taking part in social activities or even planning trips and holidays.

You will work as part of a supportive team, delivering high-quality, person‑centred support that promotes independence, dignity, choice and inclusion.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support in line with individual support plans
• Promote independence, dignity and respect at all times
• Support with daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, shopping and budgeting
• Assist individuals to access the community and social activities
• Maintain accurate daily records and documentation
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and professionals
• Follow safeguarding and health & safety procedures

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a caring, compassionate and reliable individual with good communication and teamwork skills. The successful candidate must be flexible and able to work a range of shifts, including evenings, weekends and sleep‑ins where required. A positive, patient and person‑centred approach is essential. Previous experience is desirable but not essential, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.