Support Worker

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

Job summary

BEST LIVES LIMITED is seeking a caring Support Worker to help adults with learning disabilities, autism and additional needs live life on their own terms. You will provide practical support, assist with daily living tasks and encourage participation in activities.

Join a welcoming team, receive full training, and work flexible shifts including evenings and weekends. The role focuses on independence, dignity, and inclusion, with safeguarding at the core of everyday practice.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

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.