Support Worker – Learning Disabilities & Physical Disabilities, Salford

Location: Salford, M27
Position: Temporary
Salary: £12.30 - £12.40 per hour

Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for compassionate, reliable Support Workers to join our Learning Disabilities and Physical Disabilities service across Salford on a Temporary-to-Permanent basis.

You will support adults living in their own homes to live full, independent and meaningful lives. This includes promoting confidence, daily living skills, safety, social inclusion and emotional wellbeing.


You will work in a community-based service supporting people to:

  • Develop independence and daily living skills
  • Build confidence, wellbeing and social connections
  • Maintain a safe, comfortable home
  • Access community opportunities, leisure and education
  • Manage personal finances and tenancy responsibilities


Key Responsibilities

Person-Centred Support

  • Build warm, trusting relationships and encourage people to express needs, concerns and choices.
  • Promote dignity, privacy, emotional health and wellbeing.
  • Support people with daily living skills, personal care, hygiene and maintaining their home.
  • Assist with community access, social activities, work/education opportunities and meaningful routines.
  • Help people manage finances and understand tenancy rights.

Health & Behavioural Support

  • Support individuals with physical health needs, including wheelchairs, hoists and mobility assistance.
  • Promote healthy lifestyles including nutrition, exercise and regular health checks.
  • Use appropriate positive behaviour strategies when supporting people who may present distressed or challenging behaviour.
  • Administer and monitor prescribed medication in line with policy.

Professional Standards

  • Maintain accurate records, case notes and financial documentation.
  • Work safely and responsibly in people’s homes, sometimes without direct supervision.
  • Respond appropriately to emergencies and safeguarding concerns.
  • Collaborate professionally with families, colleagues and external agencies.
  • Follow all policies including safeguarding, confidentiality, equality, H&S and infection control.

About You

Essential Skills & Qualities

  • Minimum one year’s experience supporting people with learning disabilities.
  • Warm, person-centred and respectful approach.
  • Excellent communication and active listening skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team.
  • Emotional resilience and calm approach when supporting distressed or challenging behaviours.
  • Ability to support physical needs including hoists and wheelchairs (role requires physical fitness).
  • Willingness to work flexibly: days, evenings, weekends and sleep-ins.

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 2/3 Health & Social Care qualification.
  • Clean driving licence and access to a car.

What This TTP Role Offers

  • £12.30–£12.40 per hour depending on experience
  • Temporary-to-permanent progression opportunity
  • Full training and development including Care Certificate & health & social care qualifications
  • A supportive team and opportunities for further development
  • Staff wellbeing support and internal recognition awards


Apply Today

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and want a pathway into permanent employment, we’d love to hear from you.