Full job description.
Part-Time Outreach Support Worker (2:1 Support)
Greater Manchester Area
£16 per hour
Part-Time Weekend Role
Ongoing Support Package
We are currently recruiting compassionate and experienced Outreach Support Workers to provide 2:1 support for a young person with complex additional needs within the community and home environment.
This rewarding role involves supporting a non-verbal young person with learning disabilities, sensory needs, and epilepsy through structured activities, community access, and person-centred support.
Role Responsibilities
*Providing safe 2:1 community outreach support
*Supporting sensory-based and physical activities
*Promoting emotional wellbeing and engagement
*Supporting personal care and daily living needs
*Monitoring wellbeing and responding appropriately to health or behavioural needs
*Following safeguarding, risk management, and behaviour support procedures
*Building positive and trusting relationships
Ideal Candidate
Experience supporting young people with complex needs
Understanding of Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and sensory processing needs
Epilepsy awareness and seizure management knowledge
Experience with non-verbal communication approaches
Calm, patient, and reliable approach
Driver required
Comfortable working within a 2:1 support package
Activities May Include
*Sensory activities
*Park visits and outdoor walks
*Music and movement activities
*Jump/physical activity centres
*Community outings
Working Hours
Saturdays & Sundays
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Additional hours may be available during school holidays.
Important Information
The young person requires constant supervision due to limited awareness of danger and complex health needs. Consistency, safeguarding awareness, and a person-centred approach are essential.