Female Support Worker (Temp to Perm) – Mental Health, Autism & Learning Disabilities, Liverpool
Liverpool, L22Temporary£12.85 per hour
Job Description
£12.85 per hour | 21 or 36 Hours per Week | Day Shifts Only
Are you an experienced Support Worker looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference every day?
Cucumber Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a well-established Supported Living service in Waterloo, Liverpool, supporting an individual with complex needs including Mental Health, Learning Disabilities and Autism.
This is an excellent opportunity for a resilient, compassionate and proactive Support Worker who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care and support.
The Role
As a Support Worker, you will provide tailored one-to-one support to help an individual live as independently as possible whilst promoting wellbeing, choice, dignity and positive outcomes.
You will support with:
Daily living skills
Emotional wellbeing
Community access and social inclusion
Building independence
Positive behaviour support strategies
Managing and reducing behaviours of concern
Following person-centred support plans
Accurate record keeping and documentation
Safeguarding and risk management
The successful candidate will be confident working within a structured support environment and able to remain calm and professional during challenging situations.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
Previous experience as a Support Worker, Care Assistant, Healthcare Assistant or similar
Experience supporting individuals with:
Learning Disabilities
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Mental Health Needs
Complex Behaviours
Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
Excellent communication and record-keeping skills
Understanding of safeguarding and person-centred care
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Emotional resilience and a calm approach to challenging situations
Desirable:
PBS Training
MAPA, PMVA or Conflict Resolution Training
Supported Living experience
Autism-specific experience
Mental Health Support experience
Working Pattern
Day Shifts Only
08:00 – 20:00
21 or 36 contracted hours per week
Rotating rota including weekends and bank holidays
Sleep-ins may be available but are not guaranteed
Salary & Benefits
£12.85 per hour
Full training provided
Ongoing support and development
Opportunity to work within a specialist support environment
Rewarding and meaningful role
Supportive management team
Important Information
Due to the specific needs of the individual being supported, this position is open to female applicants only. This is an Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Please note: Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position.
Apply Today
If you are an experienced Support Worker with a passion for supporting people with Mental Health needs, Learning Disabilities and Autism, we would love to hear from you.
