Support worker

Active Care Group; Oldham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to join their team in Oldham. The role involves providing personal care and medication support, with opportunities for full-time and part-time hours. No prior experience is necessary as training will be provided. Applicants should be confident drivers and passionate about empowering individuals to live independently. A supportive environment and valuable benefits are included.

Benefits

Up to £12.75 per hour

NEST pension

Ongoing clinical and professional development

Active Awards Programme

Refer-a-Friend Bonus up to £1,500

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Experience in care preferred, spinal cord injury knowledge is a plus.
• Confident driver, essential for supporting the client.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and medication support.
• Assist client in outings and community activities.
• Perform light domestic duties.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Communication skills

Teamwork

Driving skills

Job description

Join Our Person-Centred Support Team in Oldham

Empowering individuals to live life their way.

Are you a caring, compassionate person looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference every day?

At Active Care in the Home , we’re proud to be part of one of the UK’s leading providers of complex care and right now, we’re looking for a dedicated male Support Worker to join our client’s well-established support team.

Meet Our Client

“I’m a 33-year-old guy living with a spinal cord injury. I’m really into cars and computers especially the technical side of things. I love music, movies, and a good conversation, whether that’s a deep chat or a laugh and a bit of banter!

I have an easy-going routine and a fantastic team who know me well they’ll support you as you settle in. I enjoy getting out for drives, exploring new places with great views, and spending time with my collection of remote-controlled cars.

I’m looking for someone reliable, positive, and confident behind the wheel someone who shares my interests and can help me live life my way.”

The Role

As Support Worker , you’ll play a key role in providing high-quality, person-centred care in our client’s own home.

Every day is different from supporting with personal care, medication, and clinical tasks, to joining our client on trips out in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Personal care
• Medication support
• Moving and handling

Light domestic duties

No previous experience? No problem! We provide full training, shadow shifts, and ongoing support to help you succeed.

Working Hours

• Full-time and part-time options available
• Mix of days (8am8pm) and wake nights (8pm8am) with occasional sleep-ins
• Flexibility is key to supporting the client’s lifestyle

What We’re Looking For

• A compassionate, reliable, and proactive individual
• Confident driver (essential you’ll be driving the client’s vehicle)
• Experience in care; spinal cord injury knowledge is a plus but not essential
• Great communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for empowering others to live independently

What You’ll Get in Return

• up to £12.75 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)
• NEST pension
• Ongoing clinical and professional development support
• Active Awards Programme recognising and celebrating your success
• Refer-a-Friend Bonus earn up to £1,500 !
• A supportive, friendly environment where you’re genuinely valued

Why Join Us?

At Active Care in the Home , we believe care should be as individual as the person receiving it. You’ll be part of a close-knit team that truly makes a difference helping our client live life to the fullest, every single day.

Whether you’re already experienced or just starting your journey in care, we’ll support you every step of the way. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

This role is open to male applicants only, due to a genuine occupational requirement (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1)

Ready to make a real impact?

Apply today and start your journey with Active Care Group where compassion, connection, and person-centred care come first.