Assistant Wellbeing Officer
| Posting date: | 01 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £25,185 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 April 2026 |
| Location: | Greater Manchester |
| Remote working: | Fully remote |
| Company: | Manchester City Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7747 |
Summary
The Daytime Support service provides varied and flexible assistance to adults with a learning and /or physical disability, older people, adults with an acquired brain injury and adults with sensory impairments.
The service aims to make a positive difference to the lives of the people we support by promoting independence, health, wellbeing and choice in a person centred manner.
Working as part of a team you will be required to assist in the provision of high quality practical and emotional support and we believe that every individual has the right to achieve their full potential regardless of disability. You will:
Assist in the provision of person centred support to individuals and groups to maintain and develop daily living skills, enable full participation in a range of activities and to support people to access various community activities.
Provide support and assistance with personal care reporting signs of illness, injury or suspected abuse to the appropriate member of the team.
Assist in the provision of a stimulating environment for all citizens and encourage their participation in the running of the day centre.
Assist in new initiatives and changes in service delivery Participate in staff development opportunities and training provided.
Transport is provided to collect some of the people who use the Service from home in the morning and return home at the end of the day. Transport may also be provided for external activities in the community or further afield. The role holder will be responsible for the safety, welfare and supervision of citizens whilst on transport to the Centre and the return journey home.
The role holder will be expected to work flexibly between the hours of 08.00 - 18.00 when service requires.
Be willing to undertake a level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care Demonstrate a commitment to the provision of services that deliver equality and social inclusion
This post is also subject to satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks where applicable.
Manchester City Council is committed to giving fair support to members of the Armed Forces and veterans, whilst recognising and remembering the sacrifices they have made. The aim of The Armed Forces Covenant is to ensure that the Armed Forces and veterans are not disadvantaged, when applying for vacancies with Manchester City Council. Armed Forces and veterans will be guaranteed an interview where they meet the Minimum requirements for the role.
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