Female Support Worker - Lytham - Driver required

Support Worker

£13.80 per hour. Please note applicants must have clean valid UK Driving Licence, held for over 3 years.

Location: Lytham St Annes

Hours: 12 hour shifts, including evenings, weekends, Bank Holidays and sleep-ins

Join Believe Care and Support

At Believe Care and Support, we are a values-led organisation committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support to people with learning disabilities and mental health support needs.

Everything we do is guided by our values of individuality, choice, independence, citizenship, collaboration and equality. We believe every person has the right to live a meaningful life, make their own choices, and be an active member of their community.

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join a specialist team providing support to a young woman in her own home.

About the Role

You will work as part of a consistent and dedicated team supporting a young woman with Prader-Willi Syndrome and Autism.

She enjoys animals, maintaining an active lifestyle and participating in activities within her local community. Your role will be to support her to achieve her personal goals, develop her independence and live a fulfilling life on her own terms.

Working closely with colleagues, family members and other professionals, you will provide person-centred support that is responsive to her individual needs, aspirations and preferences.

Key Responsibilities

Providing high-quality, person-centred support in accordance with individual support plans

Supporting activities of daily living whilst promoting independence and choice

Assisting with budgeting, personal care where required, and the development of life skills

Encouraging participation in social, recreational and community-based activities

Providing emotional support and developing positive, professional relationships

Working collaboratively with families and multidisciplinary professionals

Supporting the individual to make informed decisions and achieve personal outcomes

Supporting individuals whose behaviour may challenge in a positive, proactive and person-centred way

Maintaining accurate records and adhering to organisational policies and procedures

About You

We are looking for people who are:

Compassionate, patient and respectful

Resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations

Committed to promoting independence, choice and dignity

Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Strong communicators with excellent listening skills

Flexible and adaptable in their approach

Passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities and mental health support needs

Previous experience in health and social care is desirable but not essential. We welcome applications from individuals who share our values and are committed to developing a rewarding career in care.

What We Offer

At Believe Care and Support, we recognise the valuable contribution our colleagues make and are committed to supporting their ongoing development.

We offer:

Comprehensive induction and training

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Regular supervision and support

Opportunities for career progression

A supportive and collaborative working environment

The opportunity to make a genuine difference to someone's life every day

Our Safeguarding Commitment

Believe Care and Support is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All employees are expected to share this commitment and uphold the highest standards of safeguarding practice.

Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including:

An enhanced DBS check, including barred list checks where applicable

Satisfactory employment references

Right to work and identity verification

A review of employment history, including clarification of any gaps in employment

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Believe Care and Support is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity, fairness and respect.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status or socio-economic background.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Apply Today

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a positive difference and support someone to live the life they choose, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Pay: £15.51 per hour

Application question(s):

• Do you currently have the legal right to work in the UK in the role for which you are applying?
• Will you require us to sponsor you under a UK work-visa route before you can start this role?
• If you currently hold any type of visa, is your visa subject to any restriction that would prevent you from performing the advertised hours, contract duration, location or duties of this role?
• If you answered "Yes" to question no 3, please state what type of visa you currently hold and any restriction if applicable.
• How many years of experience do you currently have supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism and challenging behaviour?
• Do you hold current driving licence without any penalty points?
• Can you please confirm your gender?
• What is your current location?

Work Location: In person