Do you have the commitment and positive values to make a difference to the lives of people living in Chorley & Wigan? We are looking for a caring, dynamic and highly motivated person to join the team as a Support Coordinator in our Chorley & Wigan Learning Disability services. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our well-established team, which supports individuals with learning disabilities. You must have skills in positive communication and engagement and will be able to demonstrate unconditional regard for the people we support. You will also have skills in the assessment of needs and proactive risk management, so that support planning for individuals demonstrates an active and fulfilling life with an emphasis on a “can do” approach.
Responsibilities
- Provide outcome focused support to enable clients to lead fulfilling and valued lives, maintain their tenancies, participate in their local community and much more
- Effectively meet the needs of our clients and take additional responsibilities such as rota management, induction of staff and staff supervision
- Work in a flexible manner, which may include working evenings, weekends and sleep‑ins
- Participate in local On Call
- Administer medication
- Provide off‑rota time to support the management of service delivery
- Maintain up‑to‑date, clean driving licence and access to a vehicle for use around the Chorley area
Qualifications
- Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle
- Experience in positive communication and engagement with people with learning disabilities
- Ability to demonstrate unconditional regard for the people we support
- Skills in assessment of needs and proactive risk management
We offer good conditions of service and a supportive, hands‑on management culture. The role provides opportunities for personal and career development through Creative Support’s Development Pathway, which offers a structured induction and values‑led training to help staff grow from entry‑level to leadership roles.
Benefits
- Probationary bonus
- Pension contributions
- 33 days Annual Leave
- Company paid enhanced DBS
We are an inclusive, anti‑racist organisation, Stonewall Diversity Champion and Disability Confident Employer. We were recently awarded Investors in People Gold.
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