Male Support Worker - Mansfield
You're not just anyone. From every day life, to changing someone's world. Job Description Experience with physical interventions and supporting people with a personality disorder is essential. Are you driven by compassion and motivated to make a meaningful difference in the life of someone with complex needs? This role offers a unique opportunity to support a gentleman in his 30s as he transitions into a community setting. He requires 2:2:1 support at all times, so we’re looking for people who bring resilience, warmth, and a good sense of humour to their work. At Lifeways, we don’t just provide care—we empower people with learning disabilities, mental health conditions, and behaviours that challenge to live fulfilling, independent lives. What You’ll Be Doing Providing consistent, person-centred support to an individual with complex needs and a personality disorderUsing your skills in physical intervention safely and professionallyPromoting independence, dignity, and choice in everyday lifeWorking collaboratively with a skilled, supportive teamPlaying a key role in a life-changing transition into community living Shift Pattern Day shifts: 8am–3pm and 3pm–10pm. Fully flexibility to work weekdays and weekends is essential.Night shifts: 10pm-8am What We’re Looking For Experience as a Support Worker, Care Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, or similar roleBackground in mental health, complex needs, or behavioural supportConfidence in managing challenging situations with empathy and professionalismA positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and a genuine passion for helping others thriveA good sense of humour and the ability to build meaningful, trusting relationships What benefits do we offer? Over £2,000 in annual rewards and benefitsFunded Health and Social Care qualificationsFree DBS checkCycle to Work Scheme (up to £1,000)Gym discounts (save up to £192 per year)Eye care and health cash plans10% discount at B&Q for all team membersAccess to the Blue Light Card£200 for every successful employee referral3% employer pension contribution8 paid training days per yearAccess to apprenticeships and further qualifications *This post is exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.**
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