Support Worker

Job Introduction

Support Worker
Pay rate: £14 per hour
Shift Pattern: Days, Sleeping Nights & Weekends

We’ve got an exciting opportunity for a kind, sociable and caring person to join an established, supportive team caring for a 23-year-old fun-loving young lady who lives with her family in Wigan.

She adores being out and about in the community and enjoys attending her special needs college with her support worker. Activities you’ll support her with include hydrotherapy, local attractions, family days out, respite visits (overnights and full days), and the things she loves most — spending time with people, having fun, and making memories.

Although she is non-verbal, she communicates her needs and wishes in her own way, and excellent communication skills are essential to understand and respond to her confidently. There is also a lovely, well-trained family dog in the home, so being comfortable with pets is important.

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone with empathy, patience and a positive approach who can provide high-quality care on a 2:1 basis.
You’ll also need:

• A full UK driver’s licence and your own vehicle

• Confidence in supporting people in the community as well as at home

• A proactive, engaging approach to make each day fulfilling and fun

Training provided

While experience with complex care is preferred, it’s not essential as you’ll receive full training from a registered nurse dedicated to the package. This includes:

• Gastrostomy care

• Moving and handling

• Personal care

• Cough assist and suction

• Nebulisers and medication administration

About Acuity Care Group

Acuity Care Group has been providing outstanding care for nearly 20 years. With more than 900 colleagues across our services, we support adults and children with a wide range of complex needs through our three specialist divisions:

• LD&A – Learning Disabilities & Autism

• Bespoke Health & Social Care

• Team Brain Injury

This role sits within our Bespoke Health & Social Care division, where you’ll be supported by an experienced, hands-on Complex Care Manager.

Our teams are passionate about person-centred care and are dedicated to empowering the people we support to live meaningful, fulfilling lives.

What’s next?

If you’re ready to make a real difference and would love to support someone to live life to the fullest, we’d love to hear from you. Apply via the job link with your CV, or give us a call if you’d like to chat before applying.

Once you’ve applied, we’ll:

• Talk you through the role in more detail

• Complete some initial screening questions

• Arrange an interview on Teams if it feels like the right match

What else do we offer?

• Access to Westfield Rewards – discounts from 1,000+ high street and online retailers, restaurants and travel companies

• Westfield Health Cash Plan – including 24/7 GP appointments and cashback on health expenses

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – helplines and counselling for wellbeing, finances, and relationships

• Blue Light Card scheme – discounts and free tickets to events

• Funded NVQs in Health & Social Care and ongoing training

• Career progression opportunities

• A generous Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £500

Safeguarding Commitment

Acuity Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and referencing. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.