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At Bright Futures, we champion the potential of every person with autism and a learning disability, believing wholeheartedly in their ability to thrive and lead the most fulfilling lives. We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Support Worker to join our specialist home in Orrell, Wigan, to provide high-quality care and life-enriching opportunities to the people we support. St James is our residential care home based in Orrell in Wigan. As part of the support team here, you will play a fundamental part of helping the people we support to settle in their new home. As a Support Worker, you will be a key part of their day-to-day support team, actively valuing and amplifying what matters to them, empowering their communication and independence, planning fulfilling activities. You will also keep records of their needs, support provided and progress. You will help to create a warm, stimulating environment whilst working a mix of day shifts and sleeps to meet individual needs. You'll do more than provide care – you'll be a mentor, advocate, and source of encouragement, helping the people you support to achieve the best outcomes.
Job Responsibility
Provide person-centred care and support tailored to individual needs
Build trusting relationships and support emotional and behavioural needs using Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
Assist with daily living activities such as personal care, meal preparation, medication, and household tasks
Promote independence and choice, encouraging the people we support to make their own decisions wherever possible
Support with day-to-day activities to ensure the people we support make the most of every opportunity
Requirements
Passionate about person-centred care
Resilient and tenacious
Positive and proactive
Enthusiastic with a willingness to learn
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Experience in care is beneficial but not essential
Full UK Driving Licence is advantageous
Nice to have
Experience in care
Full UK Driving Licence
What we offer
Skills Based Pay – the more skills and qualifications you gain, the greater the reward
Clearly defined career pathways with plenty of opportunities to progress