Making Space Charity
Support Worker - Supported Living
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Support Worker - Supported Living
Support Worker (Supported Housing) – Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre
About the Role
We’re seeking a Support Worker to join our Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre Supported Housing team, based in Blackpool. This role covers support across multiple locations:
- Lancs SP Wyre, FY2 0HJ
- Chatsworth Avenue, FY2 9AN
- Devonshire Court, FY3 7AS
- St Pauls Road, FY1 2NY
- George House, FY1 3JP
Salary: £13.12 per hour Hours: 18 per week
At Making Space, we’re guided by a core set of values: Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage and Being Ready. Our team thrives on these values daily—and we’re looking for someone who shares the same passion for creating meaningful change in our community.
Further details about the service.
Responsibilities
Are you the type of person who gets their satisfaction from making a genuine, positive impact on others' lives? Our Supported Living team is hiring a Support Worker who can help adults lead more independent lives through a person-centred approach.
In this role, you’ll provide support across a wide range of tasks, including:
- Medication assistance
- Helping service users engage with the community
- Daily domestic tasks
- Leading by example with a friendly, positive attitude
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We aim to capture no two days will ever be the same—this is ideal for someone who can adapt quickly, show deep empathy, and puts genuine joy into every interaction.
What we value in you more than credentials: ✔ A knack for building meaningful relationships ✔ Conviction behind our core values ✔ Generous amounts of patience and sense of humour
While formal qualifications are not essential, this role will require a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check and safeguarding training. A full Job Description is available [here].
Requirements
- No prior experience or qualifications are mandatory. Our on-the-job training ensures you’re fully prepared, with opportunities to pursue professional qualifications in Health & Social Care should you wish.
- Employment eligibility: Must be legally entitled to live and work in the UK.
- ** checkbox for alignment:** Proven fit with Making Space’s values (Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage, Being Ready).
Our team fosters an environment where employees thrive. We regularly update our benefits package to meet your needs while investing in both your personal development and career progression.
Benefits
Financial & Career Growth
- Stream: Earn up to 30% of your wages while you work
- Electric Car Scheme (subject to salary sacrifice and NMW regulations)
- Bravo Benefits: Discounts on lifestyle offers and subsidised health services
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Time Off & Holidays
- Up to 28 days’ paid leave per year (pro-rata for part-time)
- Double wages for working Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day
- Ability to buy and sell up to 2 weeks of holiday (subject to statutory limits)
Professional Development
- Comprehensive library of learning via our e-portal
- Opportunities for १२–६ Health and Social Care qualifications
- We sponsor continuous professional development and promote internally wherever possible
Employee Perks
- 55p/mile travel expenses
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme (car maintenance also included)
- Engagement Hub: Monthly/annual Employee Awards and recognition schemes
Health & Wellbeing
- Sick leave (paid)
- Access to competitive pension scheme (with 3% employer contribution)
Commitment to Equal Opportunities
Making Space is committed to equality and diversity. Subject to DBS and reference checks, we offer safeguarding training and opportunities to grow within our company.
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