Location: On site / Campion Cl, St Helens, Saint Helens WA11 9LR, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Medical & Healthcare | Healthcare Assistants
HourlyFixed salary:£ 13.45
We are looking for caring, passionate Support Workers who want a rewarding career in
social care and share our values of respect, dignity and inclusion.
About the Role
Our Support Workers play a vital role in supporting adults with learning disabilities,
autism and other additional needs to live life as they choose. You will support people
who communicate without speech, taking time to understand their individual ways of
expressing choices and needs. This role includes personal care, support with
behaviours that challenge, lone working or working alongside a colleague to provide
two-to-one support. Service users enjoy outings, activities, zoo visits, shopping and
You will work as part of a supportive team, delivering high-quality, person-centred
support that promotes independence, dignity, choice and inclusion.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day support in line with individual support plans, promoting independence, dignity and respect.
- Support daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping and budgeting, according to individual needs.
- Use each person’s preferred communication methods and agreed approaches to personal care and behaviours that challenge.
- Support community activities and day-centre attendance in line with individual choices.
- Maintain accurate daily records and communicate effectively with colleagues, families and professionals.
- Follow safeguarding and health and safety procedures at all times.
What We’re Looking For
You will be patient, observant and calm, with the ability to recognise non-verbal
communication and work both independently and as part of a team. Shift patterns
include day shifts, waking nights, sleep-ins and weekend cover. Previous experience is desirable
but not essential; full training and ongoing support will be provided.
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Female Support Worker, 37.5 hours in St Helens employer: Best Lives
Best Lives is an attractive employer due to its commitment to making a real difference in the lives of individuals with additional needs. The company fosters a supportive work environment where employees can grow professionally while contributing to meaningful change in their communities.
