Support Worker

Lifeways; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Career progression

Supportive team environment

Competitive pay and benefits

Make a tangible impact

Job summary

Lifeways is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities in Rochdale. You'll help with daily living tasks, personal care, and community activities, promoting independence and dignity.

No prior experience required; training provided. We value empathy, patience, and a positive attitude, with rotating day shifts and DBS checks funded by Lifeways. Join a friendly team delivering person-centred care in a residential setting.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required but a caring nature is essential.
• DBS check is required and funded by Lifeways.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living tasks and personal care
• Encourage independence and life skills
• Support hobbies, activities and community involvement
• Promote choice, dignity and respect at every step
• Build meaningful relationships and support everyday living

Skills

Compassionate

Patience

Positive attitude

Cares for others

Job description

The Role

As a Support Worker, you\'ll play a vital role in helping the people we support live the life they choose.

What\'you will be doing:

• Supporting individuals with daily living tasks and personal care


• Encouraging independence and building life skills


• Supporting hobbies, activities and community involvement


• Promoting choice, dignity and respect at every step


• Building meaningful relationships and making every day count

Shift Details

• Full-time contracts available


• Rotational day shifts between 8:00am and 10:00pm, Monday to Sunday


• Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of the people we support

About Elm Tree House

Elm Tree House is a welcoming residential service in Rochdale supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs to live independent and fulfilling lives.

• Residential home supporting up to 6 individuals


• Additional self-contained apartments onsite


• Person-centred care that empowers individuals to make choices about their lives


• Friendly, community-based environment close to local amenities and activities

Here, no two days are the same, whether it\'s supporting someone to develop life skills, enjoy activities in the community, or achieve personal goals.

About You

You don\'t need prior experience, we\'re looking for the right values.

You might be:

• A career changer looking for purpose


• Someone returning to work


• From hospitality, retail or customer service


• Or simply someone who cares deeply about others

What matters most is that you:

• Are compassionate and patient


• Have a positive, can-do attitude


• Want to help people live their best lives

Why Lifeways?

Lifeways is the UK\'s leading provider of support for people with complex needs, supporting over 4,000 individuals to live independent, fulfilling lives.

When you join us, you\'ll benefit from:

• Paid training and ongoing development


• Career progression opportunities


• Supportive team environment


• Competitive pay and benefits


• A role where you can truly make an impact

All applicants must complete a DBS check, funded by Lifeways.

Please note: We do not offer sponsorship. Applicants must hold a full UK Driving Licence.