Support Worker

Company: Tameside Council
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Location: Tameside
Job Description:

Contract Type

Permanent

Salary

Grade E SCP 11 £28,142 SCP 16 £30,518

Hours Per Week

36 hours

Base Location

Dukinfield Town Hall

Assessment Date

To be arranged

The Role

Supporting adults with a learning disability who may or may not challenge services and/or have very complex needs in their own homes to lead independent and meaningful lives.

Responsibilities

  • Work a 4‑week rota that includes evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
  • Carry out sleep‑in duties when required.
  • Receive full training including SCIP (Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention), manual handling, positive behavioural support and other bespoke training as needed.

About You

We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic and creative individuals.

We are committed to developing a culture which respects individuals, appreciates difference and allows everyone regardless of background to reach their full potential. We are proud to be an accredited disability confident employer. Reasonable Adjustments will be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

Requirements

  • This post is a designated customer facing role under the fluency duty and requires a specified level of spoken English.
  • We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
  • The position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures.

Benefits

Full training will be provided and standard benefits apply.

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Posted: June 4th, 2026