Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Closing Date: 11.59pm, 23 October 2026
Interview Method: In Person
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The service aims to make a positive difference to the lives of the people we support by promoting independence, health, wellbeing and choice in a person centred manner.
Working as part of a team you will be required to assist in the provision of high quality practical and emotional support and we believe that every individual has the right to achieve their full potential regardless of disability. You will:
Assist in the provision of person centred support to individuals and groups to maintain and develop daily living skills, enable full participation in a range of activities and to support people to access various community activities.
Provide support and assistance with personal and intimate care.
Assist in the provision of a stimulating environment for all citizens and encourage their participation in the running of the day centre.
Assist in new initiatives and changes in service delivery Participate in staff development opportunities and training provided.
Transport is provided to collect some of the people who use the Service from home in the morning and return home at the end of the day. Transport may also be provided for external activities in the community or further afield. The role holder will be responsible for the safety, welfare and supervision of citizens whilst on transport to the Centre and the return journey home.
The role holder will be expected to work flexibly between the hours of 08.00 - 18.00 when service requires.
Be willing to undertake a level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care Demonstrate a commitment to the provision of services that deliver equality and social inclusion
This post is also subject to satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks where applicable.
Manchester City Council is committed to giving fair support to members of the Armed Forces and veterans, whilst recognising and remembering the sacrifices they have made. The aim of The Armed Forces Covenant is to ensure that the Armed Forces and veterans are not disadvantaged, when applying for vacancies with Manchester City Council. Armed Forces and veterans will be guaranteed an interview where they meet the Minimum requirements for the role.
- Legal right to Work: In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment.
- Medical Clearance: Pre-placement health assessment (PPHA)
- DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) Clearance: This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here.. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.
- If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to GOV UK for details for how to obtain your Police check or Certificates of Good Character
- Satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks where applicable.
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About the Candidate
They will assist support workers to provide practical and emotional support to customers that will promote independence and ensure positive outcomes for all citizens.
The candidate is required to demonstrate effective communication skills both verbal and written to meet individual needs of citizens.
We’ll use the following essential criteria to decide which candidates to invite to assessment. Use your personal statement to provide evidence of how you meet each one, supported by relevant examples:
- Experience of providing person centred support to adults with care and support needs, including personal and intimate care and support with eating and drinking
- Ability to build positive, respectful relationships with citizens,families,carers and colleagues to support individual wellbeing outcomes.
- Experience of supporting people to take part in everyday activities including community based activities that promote independence,wellbeing,choice and quality of life
If you’re invited to assessment, we’ll look at a wider range of the role requirements. For more detail, please see the role profile.
You may use AI to support your application, but all examples must be your own and based on real experience. Applications may be withdrawn if content is misleading or presents someone else's experience as your own. Internal candidates may also face disciplinary action.
Guaranteed Assessment Scheme
We guarantee progression to the assessment stage for applicants who meet the essential criteria used for shortlisting and are eligible under the scheme. Learn more
Support and Adjustments
If you're successful in securing a role, we'll make every effort to provide the support, equipment and reasonable adjustments you need to carry out your duties. Where needed, we'll consider adapting aspects of the role. Learn more
About Us
Working for Manchester City Council is a chance to make a real difference in a diverse city. You’ll help improve lives and support our local communities. Working together, we can create better public services for everyone.
Benefits we offer
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Up to 26 days’ annual leave, rising to 31 days after five years’ service
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Buy up to two extra weeks’ leave
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Up to 3 days’ volunteering leave
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A 35-hour work week for full-time roles
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We review pay each year and recognise three trade unions
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A defined benefit pension scheme
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Enhanced parental and carers leave
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Employee discounts and perks
Learn more at Careers - Manchester City Council
Our commitment to inclusion
At Manchester City Council, we're dedicated to creating a workplace that fully reflects the diversity of our local communities. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages and backgrounds and are particularly keen to hear from applicants from ethnic minority communities and disabled people, who remain underrepresented in parts of our workforce.
GM Elevate Programme
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