Support Worker - Supported Living

Making Space; Preston; On-site; GBP 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A progressive support organization in the UK is seeking a Bank Support Worker to help adults achieve independence through personalized support. The role involves assisting with daily tasks, medication, and community access, emphasizing relationship-building over formal qualifications. A commitment to empathy, patience, and humor is essential. Candidates will enjoy flexible scheduling, career progression opportunities, and various benefits.

Benefits

Access to 30% of wages as earned

Up to 28 days holiday

Travel schemes

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Paid sick leave

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, but values and relationship-building skills are essential.
• Genuine desire to help people and build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support adults on a person-centred basis to live independently.
• Assist with medication, community access, and domestic tasks.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Humor

Job description

Support Worker – Supported Living

Making Space

Preston, PR2 2DD

Salary: £27,596 per year (estimated)

£12.60 per hour

Part time, Bank – NEW

We have an opportunity available for a Bank Support Worker to join the team at Lancashire Central Supported Housing based in Brookhouse Street, Preston, PR2 2DD and Lea Court, Ormskirk L39 1RS.

At Making Space we are a team that are driven by a strong set of company values that guide us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve in our community.

Our Values

• Kind Hearts – about generously building empathy and connection to create a sense of belonging.
• Tailor Making – about nurturing unique relationships to make every day count.
• Dreaming Big – about harnessing imagination to generate confidence in ourselves and others.
• Having Courage – about committing bravely to working in ways that take us to new places.
• Being Ready – about responding to whatever comes our way by moving forward together.

We are committed to making a difference in the lives of those in our care, and we are looking for like‑minded individuals to join our team on our mission to make a positive impact in the community who need us most.

What You’ll Do

As a Support Worker in Supported Living you’ll be supporting adults on a person‑centred basis to live independently, helping them move towards independent accommodation.

From medication assistance to accessing the community and domestic tasks, your days will be varied, and no two days will be the same. We’re looking for someone who can think on their feet and truly understand our clients’ needs with a big smile that lights up our service users’ faces.

Qualifications & Experience

We are not too concerned about formal qualifications for this role; we’re more interested in your values and how you build relationships with our service users and fellow colleagues. Patience, a sense of humour, and a genuine joy in helping people are key qualities we’re looking for. Prior industry experience or specific qualifications are not required – we provide on‑the‑job training and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

• Stream – Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn.
• Lifestyle benefits through Bravo Benefits and Health service discounts.
• Up to 28 days holiday per year, including bank holidays (pro‑rated for part time).
• Double time for Christmas day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
• Purchase and sell up to 2‑week holiday (statutory limits apply).
• Access to our library of learning through our e‑portal.
• Qualifications in level 2‑6 Health and Social Care, Management, Admin and further professional development if desired.
• Career progression opportunities – many senior posts filled internally.
• Travel schemes: cycle to work, car maintenance and 45p per mile travel expenses.
• Monthly and annual colleague awards via our engagement hub.
• Pension scheme – 3% employer contribution as a minimum.
• Paid sick leave.

Other Information

Successful applicants will be subject to employment checks, including DBS, reference checks, safeguarding training and provided with equal opportunities. We can only accept applications from those who are legally entitled to live and work within the United Kingdom.