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.
- 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.
- Competitive pay – Up to £13.46 per hour.
- Hours: Opportunities for full-time or part-time.12 hour shifts (8am – 8pm)
- 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.
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