At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with complex care needs to live independently and achieve their goals.
- Company: Join Salford City Council's innovative Adult Social Care team.
- Benefits: Comprehensive training, career progression, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Flexible working patterns and opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in care and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 18900 - 23100 £ per year.
Make Every Day Matter. We are looking for a caring, compassionate, committed and motivated Support Worker to join our Supported Living team, with a focus on person centred care and support, helping people to maintain independence and make choices about the lives they want to live, capturing ‘Every Voice, Every Day’.
Join us at an exciting time for Adult Social Care in Salford. Salford City Council is continuing to strengthen and evolve its Adult Social Care services, with a clear commitment to inclusion, innovation and person-centred practice. Our new Provider Services arm of Adult Social Care supports Salford people to live fulfilling, independent and connected lives. Provider Services support people with learning disabilities, autism, dementia, mental health needs, physical disabilities and complex care conditions, helping people to achieve their goals and to live their life, their way, by giving people greater choice and control and being part of person-centred planning. This is an opportunity to work in a forward-thinking service that values professional expertise, partnership working and creative approaches to support.
About the role: As a Support Worker you will tailor person centred care with the individual needs of people, aspirations, and outcomes. You will work with specialist lead practitioners to adopt and ensure Positive Behaviour Support strategies are effectively applied and to ensure Complex Care needs are met. You will work closely with specialist practitioners, drawing on knowledge, advice and guidance and apply and embed this in everyday practices.
- Ensuring the person is at the heart of everything we do
- Supporting people to carry out all the tasks involved in their daily life
- Helping people to manage finances, their home, domestic tasks, meal preparation, medication, routine appointments and personal care
- Encouraging participation in social leisure and community activities
- Maintaining accurate records and reporting any concerns
- Supporting people to develop positive relationships and to be an equal and valued member of their local community
- Directly supporting people by providing specialist interventions where appropriate
What we’re looking for: We are seeking skilled and values-driven support workers with:
- A caring, practical and person-centred approach
- Experience of supporting adults with complex care needs including learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, mental health needs and behaviours of concern
- Ability to build positive and respectful relationships with people who use services, their families, carers and colleagues
- Good communication skills with the ability to adapt approaches to meet the needs of individuals
- Ability to work well as part of a team and independently
- Flexibility in your approach to working patterns and service needs
- Understanding of Positive Behaviours Support (PBS) principles and the ability to apply proactive, preventative strategies in practice is desirable
- Awareness of relevant legislation including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Equality Act 2010 is desirable
- Commitment to learning and professional development
Why Join Us? At Salford City Council, you'll be part of a supportive organisation committed to delivering high-quality services and investing in its workforce. We offer:
- Comprehensive induction and training
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Apprenticeship and qualification pathways
- Supportive management and team environments
- Opportunities to progress your career within Adult Social Care
About Provider Services: We deliver a wide range of personalised support across Salford through supported living houses, community hubs, specialist centres, respite provision and rehabilitation support. Our focus is on enabling people to live independently, stay connected to their communities and achieve the outcomes that matter most to them.
What we need from you if you are invited to interview:
- Passport/ID - You will be required to provide documentary proof of your right to work in the UK
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, or Care Certificate
- DBS (Enhanced): Please be aware that this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and that you will be required to meet the cost of the DBS check currently £49.50. The payment for this will be deducted from your first four months’ salary payments at a rate of £12.38 per month. If you do not commence employment for any reason but the DBS has been processed, you will be sent an invoice for the payment of £49.50.
Please note that Salford City Council is currently unable to provide visa sponsorship for any role, as no Certificates of Sponsorship are available. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
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Support Worker (Complex Care & Positive Behaviour Support) in Salford employer: Salford Council
Salford Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to making a positive impact in the community by supporting vulnerable individuals through their challenging times. With a flexible hybrid working model, employees enjoy a balanced work-life environment while benefiting from professional development opportunities and a collaborative culture that values compassion and teamwork. Joining the Salford Assist Team means being part of a mission-driven organisation that prioritises employee well-being and community service.
