Support Worker Preston £13.65 per hour Full time Role Overview: Brook Street Social Care is seeking compassionate and motivated Support Workers to join our Day Services team in Preston. This role involves providing high-quality care and support to individuals with learning disabilities, helping them to live fulfilling lives with greater independence, choice, and control. You will support individuals in a person-centred way, encouraging participation in meaningful activities while promoting confidence, wellbeing, and social inclusion. Reporting and Key Relationships: Reports to: Assistant Managers, Manager, Disability Services Manager

Works alongside: Colleagues, managers, and individuals accessing the day service

Key Responsibilities: Support individuals to build confidence, self-esteem, and communication skills, enabling them to form relationships and engage in community life

Create a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment that celebrates individuality

Encourage and involve individuals in making decisions about their lives, supporting their overall health and wellbeing

Develop and maintain positive working relationships with families, carers, and professionals

Assist individuals in accessing activities in line with their person-centred plans

Plan and deliver structured sessions and activities tailored to individual needs

Maintain clear and accessible records of participation, progress, and development

Attend review and planning meetings when required

Support individuals to take part in age-appropriate activities within the local community

Provide personal care and assist with ongoing health monitoring where necessary

Offer physical support, including assisting those who use wheelchairs when out in the community

Complete any required training to meet specific health or support needs

Work collaboratively with families, carers, volunteers, and external professionals to enhance service delivery

Act as an advocate to ensure individuals' voices are heard and respected

Promote and uphold best practice in safeguarding, health and safety, and mental capacity

Engage in regular supervision and contribute to team meetings

Work in line with all organisational policies and procedures

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