Support Worker

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

Job summary

A supportive care organization in St Helens is looking for an enthusiastic Support Worker to join their team. This role involves providing personalized care and support to individuals, promoting independence, and building trusting relationships. Full training is provided, making it suitable for entry-level applicants. The position offers a competitive salary range and numerous benefits, including opportunities for career progression within the organization.

Benefits

Healthcare Cashback

Care Friends Referral rewards

Free meals on shift

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance Policy

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required but experience in care is beneficial.
• 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.
• Assist with daily living activities such as personal care and meal preparation.
• Promote independence and choice for individuals.
• Support day-to-day activities.

Skills

Passion for person-centred care

Teamwork

Communication skills

Resilience

Positive attitude

Proactivity

Job description

About the Role

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 St Helens. The home currently supports one individual and will soon welcome two more, making this an important period of transition.

Our quiet residential setting offers a calm, welcoming environment where individuals can feel comfortable and supported.

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 create a warm, stimulating environment while 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 achieve their own 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 individuals to make their own decisions wherever possible.
• Support day‑to‑day activities to ensure individuals make the most of every opportunity.

Qualifications & Experience

No formal qualifications are required. We are looking for an individual who:

• Passionates about person‑centred care.
• Is resilient and tenacious.
• Is positive and proactive.
• Is enthusiastic and willing to learn.
• Has 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 ample 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. It will include:

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

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

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Entry level.
• Employment type: Full‑time.
• Job function: Other.
• Industries: Individual and Family Services.

About Bright Futures

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 is here because they are passionate about improving the lives of the individuals we support. 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 promise that this role will not always be easy, but it will be rewarding. 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 on 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.