Support Worker - Adult Supported Living (ID:555) in Burnley inBurnley PUBLISHED WED 5 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
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Funded qualifications and clear career pathways — apprenticeships, Swanton Educates training centre; earn while you learn and progress in social care.
Strong wellbeing support, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and trained mental‑health first aiders so you have someone to turn to.
Flexible rota including weekends and sleep‑ins — a local supported‑living role with community activities that can fit family life.
Driver required but you don’t need to own a car — ideal if you have a driving licence or access to shared transport.
Extra rewards and savings, £400 referral bonus, vouchers for outstanding work, long‑service awards, cycle‑to‑work and employee discounts via app.
Competitive pay in Burnley (£12.60/hr) and a values‑led culture (PRIDE) with regular employee voice events to shape your role.
Support Worker - Adult Supported Living (ID:555) with Swanton Care and Community in Burnley is a full‑time, permanent on‑site role paying £12.60 per hour. You will provide practical and emotional support that helps people run their own homes and take part in community life, delivering personal care, general housekeeping and shopping, facilitating social, educational or work activities, and keeping clear records in line with individual support plans. The role involves lone working on a rota that includes shift work, weekends and sleep‑in shifts; driving is essential, although you don’t need to own a car.
This opportunity suits compassionate, organised carers — particularly women seeking meaningful, hands‑on work with real development prospects. Swanton backs its teams with funded qualifications and apprenticeships, a dedicated training centre, an employee benefits app, cycle‑to‑work and pension schemes, life cover, mental health first aiders and a confidential Employee Assistance Programme, plus reward schemes and long‑service recognition. If this sounds like the next step in your caring career, click the "Apply Now" button alongside this advert to apply — the vacancy is listed on jobsincare.com.
This opportunity suits compassionate, organised carers — particularly women seeking meaningful, hands‑on work with real development prospects. Swanton backs its teams with funded qualifications and apprenticeships, a dedicated training centre, an employee benefits app, cycle‑to‑work and pension schemes, life cover, mental health first aiders and a confidential Employee Assistance Programme, plus reward schemes and long‑service recognition. If this sounds like the next step in your caring career, click the "Apply Now" button alongside this advert to apply — the vacancy is listed on jobsincare.com.
Funded qualifications and clear career pathways — apprenticeships, Swanton Educates training centre; earn while you learn and progress in social care.
Strong wellbeing support, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and trained mental‑health first aiders so you have someone to turn to.
Flexible rota including weekends and sleep‑ins — a local supported‑living role with community activities that can fit family life.
Driver required but you don’t need to own a car — ideal if you have a driving licence or access to shared transport.
Extra rewards and savings, £400 referral bonus, vouchers for outstanding work, long‑service awards, cycle‑to‑work and employee discounts via app.
Competitive pay in Burnley (£12.60/hr) and a values‑led culture (PRIDE) with regular employee voice events to shape your role.
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Funded qualifications and clear career pathways — apprenticeships, Swanton Educates training centre; earn while you learn and progress in social care.; Strong wellbeing support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and trained mental‑health first aiders so you have someone to turn to.; Flexible rota including weekends and sleep‑ins — a local supported‑living role with community activities that can fit family life.; Driver required but you don’t need to own a car — ideal if you have a driving licence or access to shared transport.; Extra rewards and savings: £400 referral bonus, vouchers for outstanding work, long‑service awards, cycle‑to‑work and employee discounts via app.; Competitive pay in Burnley (£12.60/hr) and a values‑led culture (PRIDE) with regular employee voice events to shape your role.
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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.
4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.
9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.
10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.
11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.
12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.
While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.
It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.
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