Support Worker

Blueoceancomputers; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A care organization in Manchester is seeking a Support Worker to provide high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with autism and learning disabilities. You will help create a warm and stimulating environment while assisting with daily living activities. The ideal candidate is passionate, resilient, and has strong teamwork skills. Training is provided, and a full UK Driving Licence is advantageous.

Benefits

£32,046.55 – £32,489.74 salary based on experience

Skills-Based Pay

Career pathways for progression

Healthcare Cashback

Care Friends Referral rewards

Employee awards

Free Meals on Shift

Life Assurance Policy 2× salary

Cycle to Work Scheme

Increasing holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Experience in care is beneficial but not essential as full training will be provided.
• Full UK Driving Licence is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Passionate about person-centred care

Resilient and tenacious

Positive and proactive

Enthusiastic with a willingness to learn

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Job description

Support Worker

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At Bright Futures, we believe every person with autism or a learning disability deserves the chance to thrive. We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Support Worker to join our specialist home in Worsley, Manchester, to provide high‑quality care and life‑enhancing opportunities to the people we support.

Our Lightwood residential service is a three‑bed home supporting three individuals in a calm, friendly setting close to local parks, woodland walks and the amenities of Worsley village. The area offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and community access, helping individuals enjoy structure, independence and a comfortable home environment.

The individuals we support enjoy a variety of active and meaningful experiences, including walking, swimming, gym sessions, cycling programmes, museums, pub lunches, zoo trips and seasonal outings like Christmas light trails, with one individual also attending college during the week. Staff provide consistent 1:1 and team support to help each individual follow their routines and stay engaged in their preferred activities.

As a Support Worker, you will be a key part of a young person or adults support team, listening to their wishes, planning meaningful activities, championing their communication goals and keeping meticulous records. 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 their own individual outcomes.

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications & Experience

There are no formal qualifications required for this role, but we are looking for an individual that is:

• 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 as full training will be provided.

Full UK Driving Licence is advantageous.

Salary & Benefits

• £32,046.55 – £32,489.74 (based on experience and 1 sleep‑in per week)
• Skills‑Based Pay – the more skills and qualifications you gain, the greater the reward
• Clearly defined career pathways with plenty of opportunities to progress
• Healthcare Cashback (dental, optical, physio, wellbeing)
• Care Friends Referral rewards up to £2 000
• Bright Stars scheme & Employee of the Month awards
• Free Meals on Shift
• Life Assurance Policy 2× salary
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Holiday entitlement increasing with each year of service

Safeguarding Requirement

Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Satisfactory references are also required.

Application Process

Ready to join Bright Futures?

Our recruitment process is designed to ensure alignment with our values and the behaviours required to be successful in this role. It will include:

• Values‑Based Interview – we’ll explore how your personal values align with the Bright Futures culture
• Competency Questions – you’ll be asked to provide examples of your skills and experience in relation to the key behaviours and competencies of this role

For more information on our interview process, click here: Interviewing with Bright Futures.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

The Company

At Bright Futures, we make a real difference in the lives of young people and adults with autism, special educational and complex needs. Through our dedicated and expert team, we deliver outstanding care and education.

Our team are here because they are passionate about improving the lives of the individuals we support. Our employees are the key to the exceptional quality of care and education that we provide. It’s why we invest in our people, fostering their personal and professional growth to ensure they can excel and develop in their journey with us.

We can’t promise that it will always be easy, but we can promise here at Bright Futures it will be worthwhile. You’ll be making a difference to the lives of the people we support, celebrating their achievements, and providing unwavering support during challenging times. The feedback from our people is that the good days will always outshine; especially with the backing and support of the whole team.

No matter your role, everything we do is focused around our unwavering commitment to the people we support. Our aim is that every individual we support thrives and socially develops as active members of their local community.