Job Title: Support Worker
Location: Appley Bridge, Wigan
Hours: Full-Time
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Contract Type: Permanent
Are you a compassionate, proactive person who wants to make a real difference every day?
My Life is looking for a dedicated Support Worker to join a small, friendly team providing 2:1 support to *Michael, a 46-year-old man who is strong, determined, easy-going, and full of happiness. He lives in his own home with close support from his family, and enjoys an fulfilled, social lifestyle with a strong routine.
*Name changed for confidentiality
Join My Life’s Inspirational Team: Make a Real Difference with Us!
At My Life, we’re all about making a real difference in people's lives through our passionate and inspirational teams. Here, you won't just be working a job; you'll be contributing to meaningful community-based work that positively impacts lives every day.
My Life was established in 2012 as a result of a group of people with disabilities and their families wanting something different to traditional types of health/social care services and wanting more choice and control over their own lives. We pride ourselves on being a unique service. We offer personalised support to a diverse range of individuals living in their own homes. Each person has their own dedicated team, delivering support that’s tailored specifically to their needs and preferences. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach—it's about making sense for them and making a difference.
Meet *Michael
*Michael loves music, sport, swimming, and TV, and he values building strong, trusting relationships with the people who support him.
He is a wheelchair user with complex epilepsy and requires full support with all aspects of daily living — including personal care, medication, mealtimes, and general day-to-day tasks. He enjoys an active routine that includes physiotherapy and hydrotherapy and he thrives on getting out and about.
About the Role:
You’ll be part of a consistent 2:1 support team, working closely with his family to help *Michael live a safe, fulfilling, and joyful life — both at home and in the community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Daily Living Support: Delivering respectful, person-centred personal care and assisting with daily routines, meals and medication.
- Mobility Assistance: Use of hoists and other equipment to support safe transfers in and out of his wheelchair, bed, and therapy environments.
- Epilepsy Management: Monitor for seizure activity, follow established epilepsy care protocols, and respond calmly and effectively.
- Therapy Support: Accompany and assist *Michael during physiotherapy and hydrotherapy sessions, ensuring his comfort and safety.
- Community Access: Support *Michael in accessing the community, including attending leisure activities like swimming and sports events.
- Be a Friendly Confidant: Build a genuine connection with *Michael, providing companionship, encouragement, and a positive vibe every day.
- Health & Well-being Monitoring: Look out for *Michael safety, well-being, and overall happiness, always keeping communication open with his family and care team.
About You:
- Caring and Respectful: You treat others with dignity, show empathy, and are sensitive to personal and health-related needs.
- Reliable and Responsible: You show up on time, follow through on your duties, and take pride in doing your job well.
- Team Player: You’re confident working as part of a 2:1 support team, communicating clearly.
- Observant and Responsive: You understand that communication goes beyond words — you're observant, responsive, and tuned into body language, facial expressions, and gestures.
- Flexible: You're willing to work a mix of shifts, including some evenings and weekends, to support Michael’s needs and activities.
- Engaging and Encouraging: You support *Michael in doing the things he enjoys, whether it’s listening to music, watching sports, or getting out into the community.
- Driver: A full UK driving licence is essential, as you will need to drive a wheelchair-accessible vehicle for outings and appointments.
- Experience: Previous experience in care or support work is helpful, but not essential — we provide full training and ongoing support.
Rewards and Benefits
- Competitive pay - based on experience.
- Hours: Opportunities for full-time, part-time or Bank shifts.
- Training and Development: Comprehensive training provided, with ongoing support to help you grow in your role.
- Supportive Work Environment: Join a dedicated team that values teamwork, respect, and empathy.
- Career Progression: Opportunities to advance within My Life Legacy.
- Blue Light Card – offering hundreds of discounts
- £250 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme
Why This Role?
If you recognise yourself in the description above and want to be part of a team that truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Due to the high volume of applications received, please note only suitable candidates will be contacted.
My Life Legacy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Those working for My Life will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS and/or provide police checks from other countries, where appropriate. My Life is an equal opportunities employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £12.21 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: PA98
