Support Worker - PA132

My Life Legacy; Ormskirk; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Birthday off

Refer a Friend bonus

Training and development

Career progression

Job summary

My Life Legacy is seeking a dedicated Support Worker / Personal Assistant to assist Rebecca, a wonderful person with a passion for adventure and animals. You will provide person-centred support, helping with daily living tasks, accompanying her on fun outings, and supporting her mental health within a caring team.

Salary is competitive, up to £37,000 per annum, with options for full-time or part-time hours. Training, career progression, and a supportive work environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or health support is preferred.
• Driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Daily Living Support: Help Rebecca with daily activities, meals, and light household tasks to maintain routines.
• Community Adventures: accompany Rebecca on outings such as visits to attractions, swimming, zoos, and events.
• Emotional & Practical Support: provide emotional and practical support tailored to Rebecca’s needs and mental health.
• Health & Well-being Monitoring: monitor safety and well-being, keep family and care team informed.

Skills

Driver’s License

Job description

Salary: up to £37,000 per annum (dependent upon on experience)

My Life is seeking an experienced, caring and enthusiastic Support Worker / Personal Assistant with a background in mental health to support Rebecca, a wonderful individual with a passion for adventure and animals.

Name changed for confidentiality

Join My Life's Inspirational Team: Make a Real Difference with Us!

At My Life, we’re all about making a real difference in people's lives through our passionate and inspirational teams. Here, you won't just be working a job; you'll be contributing to meaningful community-based work that positively impacts lives every day.

My Life was established in 2012 as a result of a group of people with disabilities and their families wanting something different to traditional types of health/social care services and wanting more choice and control over their own lives. We pride ourselves on being a unique service. We offer personalised support to a diverse range of individuals living in their own homes. Each person has their own dedicated team, delivering support that’s tailored specifically to their needs and preferences. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach- it's about making sense for them and making a difference.

Rebecca loves making the most of life. She has a particular passion for fun days out- especially visits to Alton Towers, swimming sessions, spending time with animals, visiting zoos, and taking part in events hosted by My Life. Rebecca thrives with routine, reassurance, and a support worker who understands her mental health needs and shares her enthusiasm for engaging in the community.

Rebecca thrives when she is supported by someone who is calm, consistent, and respects her need for personal space and independence, while still being actively engaged and encouraging.

About the Role:

My Life is looking for a dedicated and caring Support Worker / Personal Assistant with a background in mental health to join our team and provide person-centred support to Rebecca. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference by supporting someone to live the life they choose while helping manage the challenges that come with mental health needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily Living Support: Help Rebecca with daily activities, meal preps, and light household tasks to keep his routine running smoothly.
• Community Adventures: Accompany Rebecca on outings – including trips to Alton Towers, local swimming pools, restaurants, zoos and events.
• Emotional & Practical Support: Provide emotional and practical support tailored to Rebecca’s individual needs and mental health.
• Health & Well-being Monitoring: Look out for Rebecca’s safety, well-being, and overall happiness, always keeping communication open with her family and care team.

About You:

• Enthusiastic & Kind: You are genuinely passionate about helping others live their best life.
• Calm & Empathetic: You have a calm and empathetic approach with a strong awareness of respecting personal space and autonomy.
• Great Communication Skills: You connect well with Rebecca, her family, and the wider team, making sure everyone’s aligned.
• Experience (Preferred but Not Required): Whether you’ve worked in care or not, a great attitude and willingness to learn are what matter most.
• Driver’s License is Required: For taking Rebecca on outings and helping her stay engaged in the community.

Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive pay - up to £37,000 per annum.
• Hours: Opportunities for full-time and part-time.
• Training and Development: Comprehensive training provided, with ongoing support to help you grow in your role.
• Career Progression: Opportunities to advance within My Life Legacy.
• Supportive Work Environment: Join a dedicated team that values teamwork, respect, and empathy.
• Blue Light Card - offering hundreds of discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme - Access to a range of services including legal advice, counselling and much more.
• Birthday off
• Enhanced rates for Christmas and New Year Bank Holidays
• £250 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme - for you and the person who referred you

Why This Role?

If you’re ready to make a real difference in someone’s life and share in Rebecca’s love of fun and adventure, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in supporting her journey and making each day count.

Please take a look at our other vacancies on our website My Life Legacy

Visa sponsorship is not available for this vacancy. You must already have permission to work in the UK.

Due to the high volume of applications received, please note only suitable candidates will be contacted.

My Life Legacy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Those working for My Life will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS and/or provide police checks from other countries, where appropriate. My Life is an equal opportunities employer.