Support Worker - BK52

Vacancy Details

Job Title: Support Worker
Location: Bury, Greater Manchester
Hours: Flexible / Shifts that work around you (Day Shifts and Waking Nights available)
Salary: £14.50 per hour plus holiday pay
Contract Type: Zero Hour

My Life is currently looking for a kind, patient and reliable Support Worker / Personal Assistant to join our team in Bury. You’ll be supporting *Charlie, a friendly gentleman who loves the outdoors – especially fishing, which is one of his favourite pastimes.

If you enjoy spending time by the water, have a calm and supportive nature, and are looking to make a real difference in someone’s life, this could be the perfect role for you.

*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 *Charlie

*Charlie enjoys a routine, being outdoors, and building trusting relationships with those around him. He’s looking for someone who can support him in a calm and respectful way – someone who will take the time to get to know him, understand his needs, and share in the things he enjoys (especially fishing).

About the Role:

As Support Worker / Personal Assistant, you will support a 33-year-old male with Autism who is supported by staff on a 2:1 basis during the day and 1:1 overnight. You’ll work closely with him and his support network, focusing on promoting his well-being, fostering skills, and enhancing his sense of community.

Key Responsibilities:

· Daily Living Support: Support *Charlie with daily activities.

· Community Adventures: Accompany *Charlie on outings – hiking and especially fishing, this is his greatest passion.

· Skill Building & Independence: Work alongside *Charlie to develop life skills that boost his confidence and self-sufficiency.

· Be a Friendly Confidant: Build a genuine connection with *Charlie, providing companionship, encouragement and positivity every day.

· Health & Well-being Monitoring: Look out for *Charlie’s safety, well-being, and overall happiness, always keeping communication open with his family and care team.

About You:

· Calm and Patient: You approach challenges with understanding and a steady mindset.

· Comfortable Outdoors: You’re happy to spend time outside, especially on fishing trips.

· Great Communication Skills: You connect well with *Charlie, his family, and the wider team, making sure everyone’s aligned.

· Experience or Keen to Learn: You have experience supporting people with Autism, Learning Disabilities, and/or mental health needs, or eager to develop your skills.

· Driver’s License is Required: For taking *Charlie on outings and helping him stay engaged in the community.

Rewards and Benefits

· Competitive pay – £14.50 per hour.

· Hours:12 hour shifts (8am – 8pm and 8pm – 8am)

Training and Development: Comprehensive training provided, with ongoing support to help you grow in your role.
Career Progression: Opportunities to advance within My Life Legacy.
Supportive Work Environment: Join a dedicated team that values teamwork, respect, and empathy.
Blue Light Card – offering hundreds of discounts
Employee Assistance Programme – Access to a range of services including legal advice, counselling and much more.
Birthday off
Free on-site parking
£250 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme – for you and the person who referred you
Why This Role?

If you think you’d be a great match for *Charlie, we’d love to hear from you.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this vacancy. You must already have permission to work in the UK.

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.