Part Time Support Worker (Saturday Childrens Group)

We’re Supportability

Since 1953 we have been supporting children, young people and adults with a wide range of complex learning and physical disabilities. Our aim is to enable those with a learning and physical disability to live a fulfilled and independent life.

How do we help?

Put simply – we ‘Support’. We’re passionate about providing quality support services that enable those with complex learning and physical disabilities to access and use their inherent capabilities. Supportability enables those with a learning and physical disability to enjoy and take part in everyday life experiences.

Our Vision

Where people with a learning and/or physical disability are present and active participants in their local community and have the opportunity to live fulfilled lives.

Our Mission

To stand alongside the people we support, providing them with the skills, opportunities and confidence to participate as they would choose in the life of their communities

We’re looking for a Support Worker for our Saturday Children’s Group

We are looking for Support Workers to join our Children’s and Young Peoples team in Heaton Moor, Stockport to take a person-centred approach, supporting children and young people with additional needs to take part in building based activity sessions. Activities can include but not limited to music, sensory play, arts and crafts, baking, outdoor play and much more. We are looking for people who can demonstrate compassion and empathy in their approach and who are passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for somebody who is studying to work in education or health and social care who would like to gain experience working with Children and young people with additional needs. Available shifts are Saturdays 9:45am-5:45pm.

What we value;

Opportunity – where people thrive through choice.

Inclusive – Respecting and championing our differences.

Caring – Caring for each other in a way that we would wish to be cared for.

Wellbeing – Create meaningful relationships and have good support networks.

What we are looking for;

– Understand and work to provide an excellent standard of person-centred care in a safe and nurturing environment.
– Can support daily routines to provide structure and stability for our residents and build meaningful relationships.
– Promote independence and are committed to supporting our residents to receive an excellent standard of care and giving them the opportunity to live a full and active life.
– Understand the needs of and a positive attitude towards people with disabilities.

–  Align to our values and share our passion for what we do and why we do it.
– Have excellent communication skills, both verbally and written (including basic IT skills)

– Previous demonstratable experience in care.

In return you can expect the following from us:

• 30 days holiday rising to 40 days with service (inclusive of bank holidays and pro rata for part time staff).
• Pension.
• Occupational Sick Pay.
• Healthcare Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunities for progression and development via relevant qualifications plus more
• more

If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit your CV to HR@supportability.org.uk

Please note: All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check / Overseas police check (if required), full career history and satisfactory references, this list is not exhaustive. You also must have evidence of right to work in the UK and please note that Daytime Opportunities is not CQC registered and does not meet the criteria for additional work for applicants on a current Certificate of Sponsorship. Please look at any vacancies at our Cheddle Lodge residential home as an alternative.

A copy of the job description is available here Support Worker JD

Our Commitment to you

We’re committed to creating a genuinely inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. Our recruitment process is designed to remove barriers and give every candidate a fair and positive experience. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences, and we actively encourage candidates to let us know if they need any adjustments at any stage.

Commitment to Safeguarding

Supportability are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and we expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. Where required, roles are recruited in line with safer recruitment principles to ensure we appoint people who are suitable, safe and aligned with our values.

We will also carry out the appropriate level of DBS check (including barred list checks where applicable) in line with statutory guidance, and we will take a proactive stance in identifying and addressing any concerns at every stage.

Please note that it is an offence to apply for a role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity.

Please note that successful appointments are also subject to references that cover the past 5 years (further if previous job roles have involved working with vulnerable children and young people, and must also include your last employer), full career history, valid right to work in the UK and occupational health clearance.