Ref: 25/64 Specialist Support Worker - Brierfield, Lancashire

About us

At Imagine Independence, we are dedicated to empowering individuals with mental illness, neurodiversity, learning disabilities, and challenging behaviours. Our mission is to combat stigma and help people lead meaningful lives by celebrating their individuality and embracing the power of small steps.

Why Join us?

• Transform Lives: Make a genuine impact every day and see the difference you make in people’s lives.
• Comprehensive Training: Receive comprehensive training that includes face-to-face sessions, online learning, and hands-on shadowing.
• Career Growth: Explore opportunities to gain qualifications in Health and Social care.

About the Role

Imagine Independence is looking for Specialist Support Workers to provide person-centred care to individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, and complex needs. This includes personal care and supporting individuals with physical and emotional challenges.

You’ll help with:

• Daily living tasks (e.g. cooking, budgeting, healthcare)
• Personal care and hygiene
• Community activities (e.g. walks, swimming, arts & crafts)

Training & Development

We invest in you from day one:

• Full induction and shadowing
• Ongoing face-to-face and online training
• Opportunities to gain Health & Social Care qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Compassionate & patient – you care deeply about others
• Energetic & creative – you bring positivity to everyday tasks
• Reliable & professional – you maintain high standards and clear boundaries

Our Values

We’re a values-based employer. We look for people who believe in:

• Empowering lives
• Celebrating individuality
• Never giving up on people
• Challenging the ordinary
• Sharing generously

Apply Now

For an informal chat, call John Wylie between 9-2pm Monday to Friday 07887 748 034.

To download full job description and person specification, please visit our website: https://www.imagineindependence.org.uk/work-with-us/

CV’s are to be returned no later than the closing date/time either by email to recruitment@imagineindependence.org.uk or post to 25 Hope Street, Liverpool, L1 9BQ.

Successful candidates will be required to complete a face-to-face induction which will be held in our Burnley office.

An enhanced DBS will be required for this post.

Closing date for applications: 12^th of December 2025 at 5.00pm.

Imagine reserves the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

Imagine aims to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.