Residential Support Worker

Residential Support Worker – Blue Ocean Computers

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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 Widnes, Liverpool, to provide high-quality care and life‑enriching opportunities to the people we support.

Job Summary

Our Widnes service is a fully detached three‑bed home located just 10 minutes from the town centre, surrounded by parks, green spaces and scenic walking routes. The home offers a calm, friendly environment where adults can relax, feel safe and enjoy a balance of routine and independence.

The individuals we support are active, outdoors‑focused individuals who enjoy swimming, walking, hiking, including trips to Wales, shopping and getting involved in their community. Some also have additional health needs, such as epilepsy, so staff play an important role in providing consistent, bespoke support, promoting independence, and helping individuals stay engaged in the activities they love.

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 will do more than provide care – you will be a mentor, advocate, and source of encouragement, helping the people you support to achieve their own individual outcomes.

• 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

• 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.

• £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 £2000
• Bright Stars scheme & Employee of the Month awards
• Free Meals on Shift
• Life Assurance Policy 2x salary
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Holiday entitlement increasing with each year of service

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

Ready to join Bright Futures?

Required

• Values Based Interview – we explore how your personal values align with the Bright Futures culture
• Competency Questions – you will 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, :
Interviewing with Bright Futures

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

To find out more about working at Bright Futures, :
Bright Futures Employee Value Proposition

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.

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.