Support Worker, Direct Support Professional​/ Direct Care

Role

As an Independent Living Support Worker, you’ll play a key role in helping individuals maintain independence, develop life skills, and build meaningful connections within their communities.

• Provide person-centred support in daily living activities, such as cooking, cleaning, and managing finances
• Assist individuals in accessing community services, activities, and employment opportunities
• Build positive, trusting relationships with the people you support and their families
• Support individuals in developing life skills and achieving personal goals
• Administer medication and maintain accurate records, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Advocate for individuals’ rights, promoting choice, dignity, and respect
• Respond to emergencies or challenging situations with professionalism and care

• You’re passionate about helping others, patient, and adaptable.
  
  About you:
• A caring, compassionate attitude with a focus on empowering others
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility to adapt to the needs of individuals and the role
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A commitment to promoting dignity, choice, and respect
• A valid driver’s license (desirable but not essential)

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Pension
• 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• Discretionary yearly bonus up to £1,000
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Structured training and Development opportunities
• Supportive and Accountable Culture

Location:

Runcorn WA7, Widnes WA8

Contract:

Full-time – 38.5 hours per week (day and night shifts available)
· Permanent position

Salary: £14 per hour (£28,028 per annum) + discretionary yearly bonus up to £1,000

We are authorised to work in the UK; applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to offer Visa sponsor ships for this role.