Support Worker

Acuity Care Group; Oldham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Westfield Rewards

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Company Mobile Phone

Refer a Friend Scheme

Enhanced DBS Fully Funded

Weekly Pay Available

Training & Acuity Academy

Job summary

Acuity Care Group in Oldham is seeking compassionate Support Workers to assist an 18-year-old man with complex learning disabilities, visual impairment, and communication needs. You will provide person-centred support with daily living tasks, personal care, mobility, and community access, while promoting his routines and safety.

You will follow care plans and risk assessments, work as part of a supportive team, and participate in activities the client enjoys, including music and outings.

Qualifications

• A caring, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting others.
• 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).
• Clear Career Progression - Opportunities to grow and develop your career.
• Fully Funded Training & Acuity Academy - Ongoing training and recognised qualifications.
• Westfield Rewards - Discounts with 1,000+ retailers, restaurants, and travel brands.
• Westfield Health Cash Plan - 24/7 GP access and healthcare cashback.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential wellbeing and financial support.
• Company Mobile Phone.
• Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Enhanced DBS Fully Funded.
• Weekly or Monthly Pay Available.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support with daily living activities and personal care.
• Assist with medication, mobility, and community access.
• Encourage participation in activities the client enjoys.
• Work with a team to deliver high-quality care.

Skills

Caring & empathetic

Communication skills

Observation skills

Calm under pressure

Personal care

Follow care plans

Reliability

Flexible

Teamwork

Non-verbal communication

Job description

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Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester
Rate of Pay: £13.50 Days, £14.00 Waking Nights
Contract: 36 Hours Per Week Covering Days, Weekends and Waking Nights

We are looking for compassionate, reliable, and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our dedicated team, supporting an 18-year-old gentleman with complex learning disabilities, a significant visual impairment, and communication needs.In this rewarding role, you will provide person-centred support with daily living activities, personal care, medication, mobility, and community access, helping him to live a fulfilling and meaningful life.You will encourage participation in activities he enjoys, including music, sensory experiences, storytelling, outdoor activities, and attending his specialist school.He thrives with routine, consistency, and positive relationships, so we are seeking individuals who are patient, caring, and committed to providing high-quality support tailored to his individual needs.

Experience & Skills Required

• A caring, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting others.
• 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).
• Clear Career Progression - Opportunities to grow and develop your career.
• Fully Funded Training & Acuity Academy - Ongoing training and recognised qualifications.
• Westfield Rewards - Discounts with 1,000+ retailers, restaurants, and travel brands.
• Westfield Health Cash Plan - 24/7 GP access and healthcare cashback.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential wellbeing and financial support.
• Company Mobile Phone.
• Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Enhanced DBS Fully Funded.
• Weekly or Monthly Pay Available.

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At Acuity Care Group, CARE isn't just a set of values, it's the way we work every day.