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Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester
Rate of Pay: £13.50 Days, £14.00 Waking Nights
Contract: 36 Hours Per Week Covering Days, Weekends and Waking Nights
We are looking for compassionate, reliable, and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our dedicated team, supporting an 18-year-old gentleman with complex learning disabilities, a significant visual impairment, and communication needs.In this rewarding role, you will provide person-centred support with daily living activities, personal care, medication, mobility, and community access, helping him to live a fulfilling and meaningful life.You will encourage participation in activities he enjoys, including music, sensory experiences, storytelling, outdoor activities, and attending his specialist school.He thrives with routine, consistency, and positive relationships, so we are seeking individuals who are patient, caring, and committed to providing high-quality support tailored to his individual needs.
Experience & Skills Required
- A caring, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting others.
- Excellent communication and observation skills.
- Ability to remain calm, responsive, and professional in challenging situations.
- Willingness to provide personal care and practical daily living support.
- Ability to follow support plans, risk assessments, and behavioural support strategies.
- Reliable, flexible, and committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
- Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Previous experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, sensory impairments, or complex needs (desirable).
- Experience supporting individuals who communicate non-verbally (desirable).
- Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and person-centred care approaches (desirable).
- Experience working within social care, supported living, residential care, education, or healthcare settings (desirable).
- Clear Career Progression - Opportunities to grow and develop your career.
- Fully Funded Training & Acuity Academy - Ongoing training and recognised qualifications.
- Westfield Rewards - Discounts with 1,000+ retailers, restaurants, and travel brands.
- Westfield Health Cash Plan - 24/7 GP access and healthcare cashback.
- Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential wellbeing and financial support.
- Company Mobile Phone.
- Refer a Friend Scheme.
- Enhanced DBS Fully Funded.
- Weekly or Monthly Pay Available.
Our CARE values are at the heart of everything we do:
At Acuity Care Group, CARE isn't just a set of values, it's the way we work every day.
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Support Worker in Oldham employer: Acuity Care Group
Acuity Care Group is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its staff. With a strong commitment to person-centred care, employees benefit from extensive training opportunities, a supportive work culture, and exclusive perks like the Westfield Rewards and Blue Light Card. Working night shifts as a Female Support Worker not only offers competitive pay but also the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those with complex needs in a compassionate and empowering environment.
