Brook House (Mental Health, Supported Living)
Location: Clayton-le-Woods, Lancashire
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £25,225.20
Hours: 38.5 hours per week | £12.60 per hour
Shifts: 11-hour shifts (8 am – 9 pm), 3-4 days per week, including every other weekend
Rotas: Confirmed 3 weeks in advance, subject to service needs
Active Pathways Ltd is currently recruiting compassionate Support Workers to join Brook House in Clayton-le-Woods, Lancashire. This is a fantastic opportunity to work as an integral part of the team, ensuring that the individuals we support can live as independently as possible.
As a Support Worker, you will:
- Support individuals on their journey to recovery through person-centred care in a rehabilitation setting.
- Help residents develop independent living skills and achieve personal goals.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team to build positive relationships with residents.
- Provide emotional and practical support to residents.
- Promote engagement in meaningful activities and encourage social inclusion.
- Assist with daily living tasks and support residents in accessing education, employment, and the community.
- Promote independence and self-confidence, helping residents regain control over their lives.
While this role presents challenges, it is also incredibly varied and rewarding, as you will be helping people in your local community to improve their quality of life, achieve personal goals, and make a positive difference. We are proud of our reputation for providing extraordinary support and for celebrating the positivity, individuality, and ambition of each person we care for.
About Us:
Active Pathways Ltd has been a leading provider of Mental Health, Learning Disability, and Rehabilitation services across Lancashire and Yorkshire for over 20 years. We are dedicated to delivering recovery-focused care within innovative and inspiring environments. Our people-first culture drives our commitment to living our values every day.
- Some of our services hold a CQC Outstanding rating.
- We are Investors in People Gold certified.
Our Ideal Support Worker Will:
- Have knowledge and understanding of Mental Health diagnoses, Learning Disabilities, and/or Autism.
- Appreciate the importance of person-centred care and promoting independence.
- Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Have experience working in challenging environments, particularly with individuals facing issues such as suicide, self-harm, or mental health crises.
Desired Experience:
- Supporting individuals in activities of daily living, including social, recreational, and occupational activities, and helping young people engage in the community.
- Collaborating seamlessly within a multidisciplinary team.
- Promoting positive practices in Safeguarding, Health & Safety, and Mental Capacity within the service.
- Experience working with individuals who have mental health needs or challenging behaviours, such as self-harm, eating disorders, epilepsy, schizophrenia, or personality disorders.
Benefits:
Our colleagues are exceptional and make a difference in people’s lives every day. We recognise their hard work and commitment by offering a competitive pay and benefits package, along with fulfilling roles that provide variety and career development opportunities. Our benefits include:
- 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- In 2025, Active Pathways celebrates its 21st birthday, and all team members get an extra day’s annual leave to celebrate their birthday!*
- A supportive and friendly working environment.
- Enrolment in the Company Workplace Pension Scheme.
- Health Cash Plan Benefits Package.
- Discounted gym membership through our Health Cash Plan Benefits Package.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Access to Blue Light Card Membership.
- Refer a Friend Scheme.
- Free DBS checks.
- Free on-site parking.
If this sounds like the rewarding role you’ve been looking for, APPLY TODAY!
Active Pathways Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We respect and empower each individual and support diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. We welcome applications from diverse candidates and provide support during our recruitment processes to enable all applicants to perform at their best.
*While this day may not always fall on your exact birthday due to service needs or non-working days, you can take it anytime within three months of your birthday.