Support worker

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Oldham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Westfield Rewards

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card

Acuity Academy

Refer a Friend Scheme

Job summary

Acuity Care Group is seeking compassionate, reliable Support Workers to join our Bank Team across Greater Manchester. Flexible shifts include paediatric complex care, autism, and learning disability services.

You will support an 18-year-old young man with complex learning disabilities, visual impairment, and communication needs, providing person-centred care, daily living activities, personal care, medication, mobility, and community access.

Qualifications

• A caring, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting others.
• Full UK Driving License.
• Excellent communication and observation skills.
• Ability to remain calm, responsive, and professional in challenging situations.
• Willingness to provide personal care and practical daily living support.
• Ability to follow support plans, risk assessments, and behavioural support strategies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Support with medication administration and health-related needs.
• Promote communication using visual aids and individual communication methods.
• Encourage participation in sensory activities, education, hobbies, and community access.
• Monitor and respond appropriately to changes in behaviour, wellbeing, and health.
• Maintain accurate records and report concerns as required.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures.
• Work collaboratively with family members, healthcare professionals, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide reassurance and consistency during transitions and changes in routine.

Skills

Caring and patient approach

Full UK Driving License

Communication skills

Observation skills

Calm under pressure

Personal care support

Daily living support

Teamwork

Experience with learning disabilities

Job description

We are looking for compassionate, reliable, and enthusiastic

Support Workers to join our Bank Team across Greater Manchester. With flexible shifts available, you'll have the opportunity to support a range of packages, including

paediatric complex care, autism, and learning disability services.

A key part of the role involves supporting an

18-year-old young man with complex learning disabilities, visual impairment, and communication needs. You will provide person-centred support with daily living activities, personal care, medication, mobility, and community access, while encouraging participation in activities he enjoys, such as music, sensory experiences, storytelling, and outdoor activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Support with medication administration and health-related needs.
• Promote communication using visual aids and individual communication methods.
• Encourage participation in sensory activities, education, hobbies, and community access.
• Monitor and respond appropriately to changes in behaviour, wellbeing, and health.
• Maintain accurate records and report concerns as required.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures.
• Work collaboratively with family members, healthcare professionals, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide reassurance and consistency during transitions and changes in routine.

Experience & Skills Required

• A caring, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting others.
• Full UK Driving License
• Excellent communication and observation skills.
• Ability to remain calm, responsive, and professional in challenging situations.
• Willingness to provide personal care and practical daily living support

• Ability to follow support plans, risk assessments, and behavioural support strategies.
• Reliable, flexible, and committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Previous experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, sensory impairments, or complex needs (desirable).
• Experience supporting individuals who communicate non-verbally (desirable).
• Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and person-centred care approaches (desirable).
• Experience working within social care, supported living, residential care, education, or healthcare settings (desirable).

Westfield Rewards: Discounts with 1,000+ leading retailers, restaurants, and travel brands

Westfield Health Cash Plan: Includes 24/7 GP access and cashback on healthcare costs.

Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support for wellbeing, finances, and relationships

Blue Light Card: Access to discounts and free event tickets

Acuity Academy: Ongoing training, qualifications, and professional development

• Clear career progression opportunities within the organisation

Refer a Friend Scheme: Earn up to £500.

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