Job title: Support Worker
Location: Burscough
Salary:  up to £37,000
Hours: Full-Time / Part-Time
Contract type: Permanent

*Name changed for confidentiality

About Rebecca

Rebecca loves making the most of life. She has a particular passion for fun days out – especially visits to Alton Towers, swimming sessions, spending time with animals, visiting zoos, and taking part in events hosted by My Life. Rebecca thrives with routine, reassurance, and a support worker who understands her mental health needs and shares her enthusiasm for engaging in the community.

She also thrives when she is supported by someone who is calm, consistent, and respects her need for personal space and independence, while still being actively engaged and encouraging.

My Life is looking for a dedicated and caring Support Worker / Personal Assistant with a background in mental health to join our team and provide person-centred support to Rebecca. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference by supporting someone to live the life they choose while helping manage the challenges that come with mental health needs.

Key Responsibilities:

    • Daily Living Support: Help Rebecca with daily activities, meal preps, and light household tasks to keep his routine running smoothly.
    • Community Adventures: Accompany Rebecca on outings – including trips to Alton Towers, local swimming pools, restaurants, zoos and events.
    • Emotional & Practical Support: Provide emotional and practical support tailored to Rebecca’s individual needs and mental health.
    • Health & Well-being Monitoring: Look out for Rebecca’s safety, well-being, and overall happiness, always keeping communication open with her family and care team

About You

  • Enthusiastic & Kind: You are genuinely passionate about helping others live their best life.
  • Calm & Empathetic: You have a calm and empathetic approach with a strong awareness of respecting personal space and autonomy.
  • Great communication skills: You connect well with Rebecca, her family, and the wider team, making sure everyone’s aligned.
  • Experience (Preferred but Not Required): Whether you’ve worked in care or not, a great attitude and willingness to learn are what matter most.
  • Driver’s License is Required: For taking Rebecca on outings and helping her stay engaged in the community.

Rewards and Benefits

    • Competitive pay – up to £37,000 per annum
    • Hours: Opportunities for full-time and part-time.
    • 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
    • £250 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme – for you and the person who referred you
    • Employee Assistance Programme: Access to a range of services including legal advice, counselling and much more.
    • Birthday off
    • Enhanced rates for Christmas and New Year Bank Holidays
    • Free on-site parking

Why this role

If you’re ready to make a real difference in someone’s life and share in  Rebecca’s love of fun and adventure, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in supporting her journey and making each day count.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this vacancy. You must already have permission to work in the UK. 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.

To find out more about this role please e-mail [email protected].

To apply, please complete the form on this page quoting the reference PA133