Support Worker Bank

Are you looking for a role that is rewarding and provides a sense of satisfaction? Are you looking to supplement your current income with some extra hours? Are you available in days, evenings, nights or weekends? If the answer to any of these questions is 'yes', then a role on at My Life Legacy could be for you!, The role of a Personal Assistant / Support Worker you will be working across a number of our community and site based teams and also offer respite support. My Life supports individuals with a wide range of complex conditions, mental health issues, learning difficulties and autism. As part of the My Life team, you will be carrying out all forms of care, whilst maintaining accurate records and confidentiality at all times. The role will also include respite support. You will also ensure that care is provided in a way that respects the individual and promotes their independence.

In order to succeed, you will be kind hearted and interested in making a positive difference to someone's life. Ideally you will have experience working as a Support Worker / Personal Assistant however this is desirable and not essential as full training will be provided. You will be self-motivated, flexible and have the ability to use your own initiative whilst being caring and sensitive to the needs of others. You must have a passion for providing personalised care and ideally, you will hold a full driving licence. Ideally you will be available to work days, evenings, nights and weekends.

My Life is a highly respected charity and we are currently seeking Personal Assistants / Support Worker to join our growing bank of Community based staff in the Wigan and surrounding areas. 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. My Life currently provides care and support to a growing number of individuals who have complex health and social care needs across the Northwest of England. Our staff are integral to the success of the charity as they are the ones making a real difference to people's lives.

In return, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of those you are supporting and the local community whilst benefiting from the following: -

• Full induction/training


• Paid shadowing with experienced staff members


• Regular refresher training


• On-going continuing personal development including gaining qualifications if you choose to


• A regular shift pattern


• Blue Light Card offering hundreds of discounts


• £200 refer a friend bonus scheme


The salary on offer is up to £13.05 per hour (dependent upon experience) plus a competitive benefits package.