Support Worker

Key Health; St Helens; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential support service provider in the St Helens area is looking for a Support Worker to provide person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities and autism. In this role, you will help individuals build independence and confidence while managing personal care and social activities. Flexibility is essential as shifts vary, including days and nights. If you are passionate about improving lives and want to join a supportive team, apply now for an immediate interview.

Qualifications

• A warm, respectful, person-centred approach is vital.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends is required.
• Willingness to complete mandatory training and support with personal care.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living, personal care, and medication administration.
• Build trusting relationships and promote emotional wellbeing.
• Work within person-centred plans and adapt support as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication and listening skills

Confidence and a positive attitude

Experience supporting people with learning disabilities or autism

Emotional resilience

Ability to work independently

Job description

Support Worker – Learning Disabilities & Autism (St Helens Area)

Location: St Helens

Hours: Flexible shifts between 08:00–22:00 + (Apply online only) Nights

Salary: £12.30 per hour (Point 1)

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are recruiting Support Workers to provide person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs within a supported living environment.

Your role will focus on promoting independence, wellbeing and community inclusion. You will support individuals to live fulfilling, meaningful lives and develop their skills, confidence, and daily living abilities.

This involves a blend of practical, emotional and personal care support, including working with individuals who may present complex behaviours.

Key Responsibilities

• Build warm, trusting and professional relationships
• Promote independence, daily living skills, emotional wellbeing and personal growth
• Support with personal care, medication administration and domestic tasks
• Encourage participation in social, leisure and community activities
• Work within person-centred plans and adapt support to changing needs
• Support individuals who may present challenging behaviours using appropriate strategies
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to support planning and reviews
• Safeguard service users and follow all health & safety requirements

Work confidently during lone-working shifts

• Provide support with mobility needs, including hoists and wheelchairs where required

Shifts Available

• 08:00–15:00
• 14:30–22:00
• (Apply online only) Nights

Shifts run 7 days a week and require flexibility.

Person Specification

• A warm, person-centred, respectful approach
• Confidence and a positive, enthusiastic attitude
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a consistent team
• Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities, autism or complex needs (desirable)
• Ability to support with personal care and mobility where needed
• Reliable, flexible, and committed to delivering high-quality support

Requirements

• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including some weekends
• Willingness to complete mandatory training
• Experience with complex behaviours is beneficial

Apply Today

If you are passionate about supporting people to live independent, meaningful lives and want to join a positive, supportive team—apply now for an immediate interview