Support Worker (FULL/PART TIME)

Creative Support; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Ulverston seeks enthusiastic support workers to deliver person-centred care to individuals with learning disabilities and autism. Responsibilities include assisting in daily life and facilitating engaging activities. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a creative approach. Full training is provided, including QCF Diploma opportunities. The role offers bonuses, pension contributions, and annual leave.

Benefits

Probationary bonus

28 days annual leave

Pension contributions

Company-paid enhanced DBS

Qualifications

• Prior experience is beneficial but a creative, person‑centred approach is vital.
• Flexibility in working hours is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with domestic tasks.
• Organize community activities like walking and swimming.
• Engage tenants in sports, arts, and cooking.

Skills

Strong communication and engagement skills

Maturity and responsibility

Positive behaviour support

Job description

Overview

We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic, motivated individuals ready to make a real difference to people with learning disabilities and autism in Ulverston. As part of our friendly team you’ll be at the heart of delivering person‑centred care, helping tenants engage in daily life and enjoy a wide array of activities.

Responsibilities

• Personal care and domestic tasks.
• Community activities such as walking, swimming and eating out.
• Support in daily life with a person‑centred, creative approach.
• Engage tenants in sports, outdoor pursuits, creative arts, music and cooking.
• Flexibility in working hours, including evenings, weekends and sleep‑ins.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and engagement skills.
• Unconditional positive regard for the young people you support.
• Maturity, responsibility and confidence in a positive behaviour support framework.
• Prior experience is beneficial but an engaging, creative, person‑centred approach is vital.

Training & Development

Full training is provided, including the opportunity to work towards a QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. We provide relevant training, including accredited health and social care diplomas through our training academy.

Benefits

Probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days annual leave, company‑paid enhanced DBS. Good conditions of service and a supportive management culture.

How to Apply

Vacancy Reference Number: 89278. Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number.

Our Commitment

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

Application Notes

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, the UK.