Support Worker in Bury inBury PUBLISHED WED 15 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
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Support Worker Job details Posting date: 15 October 2025 Salary: Not specified Additional salary information: up to between £14.00 to £15.12 per hour depending upon experience. Hours: Part time Closing date: 14 November 2025 Location: Bury, Greater Manchester Remote working: On-site only Company: My Life Legacy Job type: Permanent Job reference: PA109 Apply for this job Summary Job Title: Support Worker / Personal Assistant Location: Bury, Greater Manchester Hours: Full-Time pr part-time Salary: Starting at £14 per hour, increasing to at least £15.12 after 6 months’ probation Contract Type: Permanent Are you someone who brings fun, energy, and a “let’s do this!” attitude to everything you do? Do you enjoy being hands-on, active, and making a real difference in a young person’s life? This could be the perfect role for you! My Life is looking for a Support Worker / Personal Assistant to support a wonderful 12-year-old boy in his family home, school environment and out in the community. 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 2as 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. What You’ll Be Doing: • Supporting in daily routines, during school, and during community outings • Assisting with personal care and complex care needs • Supporting during school hours • Helping with hydrotherapy sessions weekly • Encouraging confidence, and having fun in all environments – from classroom to swimming pool to days out Who We’re Looking For: • Someone who’s energetic, fun-loving, and not afraid to get stuck in • Caring and compassionate, with a willingness to support both physical and emotional needs • Interested in education, care, or child development — ideal for a Teaching Assistant looking for a more varied and hands-on role • Comfortable with a mix of early starts, later finishes, and some weekend work • A reliable team player, as you’ll typically work as part of a team of two Why Join Us? • Be part of a close-knit, supportive team making a real difference • Enjoy a varied, rewarding role with opportunities to work both during and outside of term time • Receive comprehensive training and support, including for complex care needs • Help shape a joyful, fulfilling life for a fantastic young person Rewards and Benefits • Competitive pay. • 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. • £450 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme Why This Role? If you’re enthusiastic, compassionate, and ready to bring positive energy into a young boy’s life — 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.
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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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