Support Worker

Creative Support; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support organization in Manchester is seeking warm and enthusiastic individuals to provide person-centered care for individuals with mental health needs and/or learning disabilities. The role involves demonstrating positive communication, engaging support, and following a structured pathway for personal development. Ideal candidates should be committed to fostering independence and achieving the aspirations of those supported. The position provides opportunities for significant career progression and comes with various benefits including a probationary bonus and annual leave.

Benefits

Probationary bonus

Pension contributions

28 days Annual Leave

Company paid enhanced DBS

Qualifications

• Experience in providing care and support to individuals with mental health needs or learning disabilities.
• Ability to work within a positive behaviour support framework.
• Commitment to personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support as a Key Worker.
• Demonstrate unconditional positive regard for all individuals supported.
• Work positively within a supportive team environment.

Skills

Positive communication

Engagement skills

Confidence in practice

Job description

Overview

Creative Support is looking for respectful, warm and enthusiastic individuals to work at our North Manchester services which provides person-centered support for individuals with mental health needs and/or learning disabilities. You will provide support to people in a recovery focused environment, promoting independence, enabling them to reach their full potential through education and training.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate positive communication and engagement, and unconditional positive regard for people supported.
• Work within a positive behaviour support framework, accept responsibility and grow in confidence as a skilled practitioner.
• Follow agreed guidelines and work positively within a consistent, mutually supportive team ethos.
• Provide direct care and support, act as a Key Worker supporting people to achieve their dreams and ambitions.
• Receive supervision throughout the probationary process to ensure you have the knowledge and skills needed.

Development Pathway

Creative Support’s Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework. Car drivers are preferred.

Vacancy Reference Number

92063

Application Instructions

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number.

Benefits

Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

Commitment

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti‑racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer, who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Recruitment Process

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.