Support Worker – Oldham

We are seeking a compassionate, reliable and dedicated Support Worker to join a specialist service supporting individuals with varying care, social and independence needs.
In this role, you will promote wellbeing, independence and dignity while providing practical and emotional support in a safe, person-centred environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support individuals with day-to-day living tasks, community participation and personalised independence goals.
• Build trusting, positive relationships that promote confidence, wellbeing and engagement.
• Provide tailored 1:1 or small-group support, adapting approaches to meet diverse needs including learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions or complex care requirements.
• Work closely with team members, external professionals and families to ensure consistent and safe support.
• Encourage communication, life skills development and social interaction.
• Implement person-centred plans, risk assessments and support strategies.
• Assist with personal care, emotional support, mobility or behavioural strategies where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate notes, observations and safeguarding records in line with service expectations.

Essential Requirements

• Experience within care, support work, SEN, mental health, community support or similar roles.
• A patient, empathetic and person-centred approach.
• Monday–Friday availability (with flexibility for occasional support needs).
• Understanding of safeguarding, professional boundaries and duty of care.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred but Not Essential

• Experience supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs or complex/challenging behaviour.
• Knowledge of person-centred planning, positive behaviour support or independence-focused care.
• Confidence adapting communication (visuals, modelling, simplified language, etc.).
• Familiarity with recording, reporting and support documentation.

Vetting & Compliance

This role requires standard safer recruitment checks including:
• Two years of employment references.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (assistance available).
• Overseas police checks if applicable.
Please note: Applications from outside the UK cannot be accepted.

How to Apply

If you feel you are a strong match for this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV.
A member of our team will contact you regarding the next steps.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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