Support Worker
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 05 Mai 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £13 yr awr |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Competitive |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 03 Mehefin 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Leigh Manchester, WN7 |
| Cwmni: | Acuity Care Group |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | acuity/LST/69447/1667 |
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Support Worker
Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour (Day & Waking Night shifts)
Pay Frequency: Weekly or monthly pay available
Contract: 24 hours per week
Shift Pattern: One 12‑hour day shift (8:00am–8:00pm) and one 12‑hour waking night shift (8:00pm–8:00am), worked on separate days during the week.
We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and enthusiastic female Support Worker to provide 1:1 care for a bright and happy nine‑year‑old girl who lives at home with her mum and dad in Leigh. She has DiGeorge syndrome (22q11 deletion) and requires round‑the‑clock care from a consistent, understanding team.She is non‑verbal, and support workers will learn to recognise and respond to her individual communication cues. Full, specialist training will be provided.
This is a truly rewarding role supporting a child who brings warmth, joy, and a wonderful personality to those around her.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high‑quality personal care and support during day and night shifts
- Learn and respond to her unique non‑verbal communication cues
- Support her to enjoy her favourite activities and community outings
- Work closely with her family and the wider support team
- Maintain a safe, nurturing, and consistent environment
- Follow personalised care plans, routines, and professional guidance
Experience & Skills
- Experience supporting children, non‑verbal individuals, or those with complex needs is desirable but not essential
- Full UK Driving License
- Kind, patient, caring, reliable, and consistent in approach
- Willingness to learn child‑specific communication methods
- Happy to engage in sensory, creative, and play‑based activities
- Comfortable working within a family home environment
- Able to work effectively as part of a small, stable team
Who we are
acuity care delivers specialist support across Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Learning Disability & Autism, and Mental Health Services. Every package of care is individually designed around the person, their goals, and their life.Our teams are passionate about delivering person‑centred care and empowering the people we support to access new experiences, learn new skills, and live as independently as possible.
What we offer:
- Westfield Rewards – exclusive discounts with 1,000+ big-name retailers, restaurants, and travel brands
- Westfield Health Cash Plan – including 24/7 GP access and cashback on health costs. Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support for wellbeing, finances, and relationships
- Blue Light Card – discounts and free event tickets
- acuity academy – training, qualifications, and continuous professional development Career progression within the organisation
- Refer a Friend bonus – earn up to £500. rewrite