Support Worker, Mental Health

Male Support Worker

Location:

Wistaston, Crewe
Pay: £13.10 per hour
Closing Date: 21st August 2026

Gray Healthcare is recruiting a Male Support Worker to support a gentleman in his 30s living independently in his own home in Wistaston, Crewe. He has diagnoses of Learning Disabilities, Autism, and Epilepsy and receives 2:1 support, 24 hours a day from a dedicated male support team. This is a highly rewarding, person-centred role focused on promoting independence, wellbeing, and meaningful community participation.

The individual has a great sense of humour and enjoys spending time in the community, including car journeys and bowling trips. A full UK automatic driving licence is essential, as the individual has access to a mobility vehicle to access the community.

• Supporting the individual to live safely and independently
• Promoting routine, structure, and meaningful activity
• Following person-centred support plans and risk assessments
• Using calm, consistent, and least restrictive approaches
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and responding to distress
• Building a trusting and professional relationship
• Working as part of a consistent team

• Experience working within Health and Social Care.
• Experience supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities, Autism, and/or complex health needs.
• Experience supporting individuals whose behaviours may be considered challenging.
• Experience implementing support plans, care plans, and risk assessments.
• Full UK Automatic Driving Licence.
• Good communication, literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
• A calm, resilient, and person-centred approach.
• Current Right to Work in the UK.
• Minimum of 6 months employment history within the UK.

Desirable:
Previous experience supporting individuals with Epilepsy.

• The individual feels safe, respected, and understood.
• Independence and life skills are promoted and maintained.
• Meaningful community engagement is achieved and sustained.
• Support is delivered consistently using person-centred and least restrictive approaches.
• Health, wellbeing, and quality of life outcomes are improved.
• Positive relationships are developed that promote trust and independence.

24-hour contract
2x 12-hour day shifts per week (8:00am to 8:00pm)
1 sleep shift per week (8:00pm to 8:00am) paid at £100 per sleep

We provide:
Fully paid induction
PROACT-SCIPr-UK training
Person-specific training
Ongoing development

Gray Healthcare is a specialist Health and Social Care provider. We support people with Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health conditions, Acquired Brain Injury, and Emotional Complex Needs to transition safely and successfully from inpatient and community settings back into their own homes and communities. Our approach is founded on person-centred care, clinical expertise, and measurable outcomes, enabling individuals to regain control, independence, and quality of life within their own environment.

We design and deliver bespoke support packages for each individual, led by a dedicated multidisciplinary team and adapted to meet both current and future needs. Our focus is not only on stability, but on progression, independence, and reducing long-term reliance on restrictive environments. We are committed to delivering safe, effective, and outcome-focused care, underpinned by continuous improvement, strong governance, and a culture of learning.

Our services are designed to demonstrate clear evidence of impact, including improved wellbeing, reduced risk, and successful community integration. At Gray Healthcare, we are passionate about delivering exceptional care and Outstanding outcomes. Our commitment to quality and transparency is reflected in our Care Quality Commission (CQC) ratings and inspection reports, available on our website.

• Competitive pay
• Fully paid training
• Company pension
• Westfield Health Plan
• Blue Light Card
• Up to 33 days annual leave

Right to work in the UK required
Minimum 6 months UK employment
No sponsorship available
Enhanced DBS required
This role is exempt under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Applications are limited to male candidates due to the needs of the individual.