Adult Support Worker
Location: South Ribble (Leyland, Bamber Bridge, Penwortham & Chorley)
Salary:
- £12.71 per hour - Entry Level (No Experience Required)
- £12.84 per hour - Applicants with a minimum Level 2 Health & Social Care qualification and relevant experience
- £67 per sleep-in shift
Hours: 37 hours per week Permanent Full Time
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Whether you're looking to start a rewarding career in care or already have experience supporting adults, we'd love to hear from you.
We are recruiting Adult Support Workers to join a dedicated team supporting adults with learning disabilities and complex needs across the South Ribble area.
The Role
You'll provide person-centred support on a 1:1 basis, helping individuals live as independently as possible within their own homes.
Unlike many care roles, you'll generally be based in one home per shift, allowing you to build meaningful relationships without travelling between multiple clients throughout the day.
You'll be supporting individuals with a variety of needs, including:
- Learning disabilities
- Behaviours that may challenge
- Forensic risk backgrounds
- Personal care, including assisting with the application of prescribed creams
- Encouraging independence and participation in daily activities
- Supporting community access and social inclusion
Shift Pattern
- 37-hour permanent contract
- Working alternate weekends
- Typical shifts include:
- 9:00am - 4:00pm
- 4:00pm - 11:00pm followed by a sleep-in
- Expected to complete 1-2 sleep-ins per week (rota dependent)
- Plenty of overtime available for those wanting additional hours
What We're Looking For
We welcome applications from both experienced care professionals and those new to the sector.
Essential:
- Caring, reliable and compassionate nature
- Good communication skills
- Commitment to providing high-quality, person-centred support
Desirable:
- Level 2 Health & Social Care qualification (or above)
- Previous experience supporting adults with complex needs
- Full UK driving licence (advantageous, as some individuals have Motability vehicles available for activities and appointments)
What You'll Receive
- Competitive hourly pay
- £67 per sleep-in shift
- Permanent, full-time contract
- Excellent overtime opportunities
- Full training and ongoing development
- Supportive management team
- Opportunity to build a rewarding career in adult social care
If you're looking for a rewarding role where every day makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and start your career supporting adults to live fulfilling, independent lives.
