Support Worker

Creative Support Limited; Ulverston; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Probationary bonus

Pension contributions

28 days Annual Leave

Enhanced DBS

Job summary

Creative Support Limited seeks a dedicated Support Worker for our mental health service in South Manchester. You will help adults (18-35) develop skills to live more independently in the community, with full training and supervision.

We value a desire to work with service users, offering a structured induction, WE CARE framework, and ongoing development toward QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Applications from eligible UK residents only.

Qualifications

• Experience of providing care and support to individuals with mental health needs is desirable but not essential.
• Good listening skills and a relaxed approach.
• Willingness to work both independently and with others.

Responsibilities

• Identify areas for support and devise individual plans.
• Help individuals understand tenancy responsibilities.
• Assist with tenancy-related issues as needed.
• Support independent living and social relationships for service users.

Skills

Empathy and active listening

Teamwork and collaboration

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic, approachable, and warm Support Worker to join our committed team at our mental health service in South Manchester. Our service supports adults aged 18-35 to develop their skills and knowledge so that they can go on to live more independently in the community.

Our Support Workers help people to:

• Identify areas for support & devise individual plans
• Understand their tenancy responsibilities
• Manage any tenancy related issues
• Live alongside and accept differences in others
• Develop their self-awareness and skills
• Reflect on their lives and plan for the future
• Find positive move on in housing and in life
• Improve their social relationships
• Achieve their potential and goals

The service is situated in Wythenshawe South Manchester, with good transport links and a range of local amenities close to the service. Bus services and metro links are within a few minutes waking distance.

This opportunity is perfect for someone who is interested in an exciting career in mental health, where you are assisted in developing your skills as a support worker through close supervision, corporate training, and working as part of an experienced staff team.

Experience of providing care and support to individuals with mental health needs is desirable but not essential. We value a desire and commitment to work alongside our service users, promoting positive change in their lives and helping them to achieve their aspirations. You will be nonjudgemental and able to relate to issues faced by our service users, with strong listening skills, initiative, and a relaxed approach. You must also be comfortable with both lone working and alongside others.

Vacancy Reference Number: 94094

Creative Support’s Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework.

Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received an Investors in People Gold award.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.