Job Description

At Bright Futures, we champion the potential of every person with autism and a learning disability, believing wholeheartedly in their ability to thrive and lead the most fulfilling lives. 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 Role

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.

We're looking for confident, energetic and patient staff who bring a calm, positive approach to their work. Someone active, hands-on, and happy to engage in plenty of outdoor and tactile interaction will thrive here. A supportive attitude, good communication skills and the ability to stay reassuring and build positive relationships is key.

As a Support Worker, you will be a key part of their day-to-day support team, actively valuing and amplifying what matters to them, empowering their communication and independence, planning fulfilling activities. You will also keep records of their needs, support provided and progress.

You will help to create a warm, stimulating environment whilst working a mix of day shifts and sleeps to meet individual needs.

You'll do more than provide care - you'll be a mentor, advocate, and source of encouragement, helping the people you support to achieve the best outcomes.

Responsibilities

• 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

What we're looking for

There are no formal qualifications required for this role, but we are looking for an individual that is:

• 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.

Salary & Benefits

• £25,516.01 - £29,817.56 (based on experience)
• 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

Safeguarding Requirement

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

Application Process

Ready to join Bright Futures?

Our recruitment process is designed to ensure alignment with our values and the behaviours required to be successful in this role. It will include:

• Values Based Interview - We'll explore how your personal values align with the Bright Futures' culture
• Competency Questions - You'll 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, click here:

If you have a passion for care and would like more information about this role, we encourage you to contact us on or .

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

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. The feedback from our people is that the good days will always outshine; especially with the backing and support of the whole team.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.