Support Worker (Children’s)
At Bright Futures, we champion the potential of every person with autism and a learning disability, believing wholeheartedly in their ability to thrive and lead the most fulfilling lives. We’re looking for passionate and caring Support Workers to join our specialist home in Widnes.
Our Widnes Children’s home is a large, detached property supporting five children aged 7-18 with a diagnosis of autism and learning disabilities. The home has an enclosed, spacious garden with swing, slide and climbing frame. It is surrounded by countryside but within close proximity to Widnes town centre.
The children love taking part in activities in the local area including ice skating, trampoline parks and swimming. The home is also only 5 miles from Liverpool John Lennon Airport and the children love watching planes land and take off from the garden.
As a Support Worker, you will be a key part of their day-to-day support team, actively valuing and amplifying what matters to them, planning fulfilling activities. You will also keep records of their needs, support provided and progress.
No two days are the same, you could be supporting someone to settle into their new home, develop independence and life skills, enjoy activities they love, or achieve important milestones. You’ll be part of a supportive team creating a safe, positive, and empowering environment where people can truly thrive.
You will help to create a warm, stimulating environment whilst working a mix of day shifts and sleeps to meet individual needs.
You’ll do more than provide care – you’ll be a mentor, advocate, and source of encouragement, helping the people you support to achieve the best outcomes.
What we’re looking for:
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Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, or be willing to work towards it.
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Passionate about person-centred care.
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Positive and proactive.
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Enthusiastic with a willingness to learn.
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Strong teamwork and communication skills.
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Experience in care is beneficial but not essential as full training will be provided.
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Full UK Driving Licence is advantageous.
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Experience in care is beneficial but not essential as full training will be provided.
For detailed information about the role, employee benefits, our interview process, and life at our Widness Childrens Home, click here to see our Job Information Pack.
Safeguarding Requirement
Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Satisfactory references are also required.
Make a difference every day while building a rewarding career with Bright Futures.
If you have a passion for care and would like more information about this role, we encourage you to contact us on [email protected] or 01925 759 162.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
#IND1
At Bright Futures, we make a real difference in the lives of young people and adults with autism, special educational and complex needs. Through our dedicated and expert team, we deliver outstanding care and education.
Our team are here because they are passionate about improving the lives of the individuals we support. Our employees are the key to the exceptional quality of care and education that we provide. It’s why we invest in our people, fostering their personal and professional growth to ensure they can excel and develop in their journey with us.
We can’t promise that it will always be easy, but we can promise here at Bright Futures it will be worthwhile. You’ll be making a difference to the lives of the people we support, celebrating their achievements, and providing unwavering support during challenging times. The feedback from our people is that the good days will always outshine; especially with the backing and support of the whole team.
No matter your role, everything we do is focused around our unwavering commitment to the people we support. Our aim is that every individual we support thrives and socially develops as active members of their local community.
