Support Worker
| Posting date: | 14 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.30 to £12.60 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 August 2025 |
| Location: | Cheshire, North West England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Social Care and Education |
| Job type: | Temporary |
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Summary
Job Title: Support Worker
Location: Macclesfield, Cheshire
Salary: £12.30 – £12.60 per hour
Job Type: Full-time and part-time positions available
About the Role:
Social Care & Education are looking for Support Workers to join our care team in Macclesfield, Cheshire. In this role, you will be supporting adults with a range of complex needs, including autism, learning disabilities, epilepsy, non-verbal communication, and behaviours that may challenge.
You will be responsible for providing high-quality, person-centred care that promotes the independence, dignity, and well-being of the individuals you support. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an experienced and supportive team within a rewarding and varied role, where no two days are the same.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Support Worker, your duties will include:
• Delivering person-centred care and support that is tailored to meet the individual needs and preferences of each service user.
• Assisting individuals with personal care tasks such as washing, dressing, toileting, and grooming, where required.
• Administering medication safely, accurately, and in accordance with care plans and company procedures.
• Supporting individuals with communication, social interaction, daily living skills, and community-based activities.
• Promoting independence, choice, and control in all aspects of daily life.
• Following personalised care plans and contributing to their ongoing review and development.
• Managing and responding to behaviours that may challenge in a calm, professional, and supportive manner.
• Carrying out risk assessments and maintaining a safe, secure, and positive environment at all times.
• Accurately recording daily activities, incidents, and wellbeing notes, ensuring all records are up to date and in line with company policies.
• Working collaboratively with healthcare professionals and other members of the care team to deliver the highest standard of support.
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you must meet the following essential criteria:
• You must have a minimum of one year’s experience supporting individuals with complex needs, autism, learning disabilities, and behaviours that challenge.
• You must hold current, in-date CPI (MAPA) or equivalent behaviour management training.
• You must have experience with Moving and Handling procedures.
• You must have previous experience in administering medication within a care setting.
• You must demonstrate a caring, patient, and proactive approach to support work.
• You should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to remain calm under pressure.
• A good understanding of safeguarding procedures, risk management, and person-centred care is essential.
• We welcome applications from both drivers and non-drivers.
What We Offer:
• A competitive hourly pay rate of £12.30 to £12.60, depending on experience.
• Flexible working hours to suit your availability and personal commitments.
• Access to ongoing training, specialist courses, and opportunities for professional development.
• A supportive, experienced, and friendly working environment.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing, respected care organisation.
• The opportunity to make a real, positive difference to the lives of vulnerable individuals in your local community.
If you meet the requirements above and are passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred care, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply today to join a team where your skills, compassion, and dedication will be truly valued.
Location: Macclesfield, Cheshire
Salary: £12.30 – £12.60 per hour
Job Type: Full-time and part-time positions available
About the Role:
Social Care & Education are looking for Support Workers to join our care team in Macclesfield, Cheshire. In this role, you will be supporting adults with a range of complex needs, including autism, learning disabilities, epilepsy, non-verbal communication, and behaviours that may challenge.
You will be responsible for providing high-quality, person-centred care that promotes the independence, dignity, and well-being of the individuals you support. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an experienced and supportive team within a rewarding and varied role, where no two days are the same.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Support Worker, your duties will include:
• Delivering person-centred care and support that is tailored to meet the individual needs and preferences of each service user.
• Assisting individuals with personal care tasks such as washing, dressing, toileting, and grooming, where required.
• Administering medication safely, accurately, and in accordance with care plans and company procedures.
• Supporting individuals with communication, social interaction, daily living skills, and community-based activities.
• Promoting independence, choice, and control in all aspects of daily life.
• Following personalised care plans and contributing to their ongoing review and development.
• Managing and responding to behaviours that may challenge in a calm, professional, and supportive manner.
• Carrying out risk assessments and maintaining a safe, secure, and positive environment at all times.
• Accurately recording daily activities, incidents, and wellbeing notes, ensuring all records are up to date and in line with company policies.
• Working collaboratively with healthcare professionals and other members of the care team to deliver the highest standard of support.
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you must meet the following essential criteria:
• You must have a minimum of one year’s experience supporting individuals with complex needs, autism, learning disabilities, and behaviours that challenge.
• You must hold current, in-date CPI (MAPA) or equivalent behaviour management training.
• You must have experience with Moving and Handling procedures.
• You must have previous experience in administering medication within a care setting.
• You must demonstrate a caring, patient, and proactive approach to support work.
• You should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to remain calm under pressure.
• A good understanding of safeguarding procedures, risk management, and person-centred care is essential.
• We welcome applications from both drivers and non-drivers.
What We Offer:
• A competitive hourly pay rate of £12.30 to £12.60, depending on experience.
• Flexible working hours to suit your availability and personal commitments.
• Access to ongoing training, specialist courses, and opportunities for professional development.
• A supportive, experienced, and friendly working environment.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing, respected care organisation.
• The opportunity to make a real, positive difference to the lives of vulnerable individuals in your local community.
If you meet the requirements above and are passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred care, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply today to join a team where your skills, compassion, and dedication will be truly valued.