Support Worker
| Posting date: | 20 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £27,000 to £28,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 April 2026 |
| Location: | Preston, Lancashire, PR12PF |
| Company: | Brook Street |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | BBBH435436_1774023384 |
Summary
Support Worker
Preston
£13.65 per hour
Full time
Role Overview:
Brook Street Social Care is seeking compassionate and motivated Support Workers to join our Day Services team in Preston. This role involves providing high-quality care and support to individuals with learning disabilities, helping them to live fulfilling lives with greater independence, choice, and control.
You will support individuals in a person-centred way, encouraging participation in meaningful activities while promoting confidence, wellbeing, and social inclusion.
Reporting and Key Relationships:
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Reports to: Assistant Managers, Manager, Disability Services Manager
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Works alongside: Colleagues, managers, and individuals accessing the day service
Key Responsibilities:
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Support individuals to build confidence, self-esteem, and communication skills, enabling them to form relationships and engage in community life
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Create a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment that celebrates individuality
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Encourage and involve individuals in making decisions about their lives, supporting their overall health and wellbeing
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Develop and maintain positive working relationships with families, carers, and professionals
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Assist individuals in accessing activities in line with their person-centred plans
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Plan and deliver structured sessions and activities tailored to individual needs
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Maintain clear and accessible records of participation, progress, and development
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Attend review and planning meetings when required
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Support individuals to take part in age-appropriate activities within the local community
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Provide personal care and assist with ongoing health monitoring where necessary
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Offer physical support, including assisting those who use wheelchairs when out in the community
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Complete any required training to meet specific health or support needs
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Work collaboratively with families, carers, volunteers, and external professionals to enhance service delivery
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Act as an advocate to ensure individuals' voices are heard and respected
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Promote and uphold best practice in safeguarding, health and safety, and mental capacity
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Engage in regular supervision and contribute to team meetings
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Work in line with all organisational policies and procedures