Support Worker - Adult Care

Support Worker - Flexible Hours

Location: Chorley, Lancashire

Job Type: Full-Time | Part-Time | Bank

Flexible Shift Patterns Available

About the Role

We are currently recruiting Support Workers to join a specialist residential care home in Chorley, supporting adults under 65 with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, mental health needs, and dementia.

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a supportive and person-centred care environment where you can make a genuine difference to residents' daily lives while benefiting from flexible working patterns.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred support
• Assist with personal care and daily living tasks
• Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing
• Support residents with activities and community engagement
• Follow care plans and risk assessments
• Build positive relationships with residents and colleagues
• Maintain accurate records and report concerns appropriately
• Help create a safe, welcoming environment

Requirements

• Caring, patient, and reliable approach
• Previous care experience desirable but not essential
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Flexible to work shifts including weekends where required
• Willingness to provide personal care support
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care desirable
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain)

What's on Offer

• Flexible working patterns
• Competitive rates of pay
• Full training and ongoing development
• Supportive management team
• Career progression opportunities
• Rewarding role within a specialist care setting

If you are passionate about supporting adults with additional needs and are looking for a flexible and rewarding role in Chorley, we would love to hear from you.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer: 'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'