Support Worker
ABL Health Ltd
Farnworth, BL4 0JL
Salary
£26,000
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
6 September 2026
3 days left
Job description
Are you passionate about supporting children, young people, and families facing challenging circumstances? Whether you have worked in youth services, ...
Youll be part of an experienced and supportive team delivering
personalised, one-to-one support to children and young people across a variety
of settings: at home, in schools, and within the community. Our clients may be
experiencing a range of needs, including suspected or diagnosed neurodiversity,
mental health challenges, trauma, and behaviours considered complex or
high-risk.
Within this role, you will build trusting
relationships with children, young people, and their families, delivering
structured support plans tailored to each individuals needs. You will work
closely with clinicians and support colleagues to ensure a joined-up,
consistent approach, contributing to assessments and interventions under the
guidance of our Clinical Lead. You will promote positive behaviour, emotional
resilience, and personal development in young people, while maintaining
accurate and professional records using digital tools and systems. This is a
varied and rewarding position, ideal for someone with confidence in working
independently whilst also valuing team collaboration.
As a Behaviour Support Worker, you will be
working within the Intensive Personalised Support (IPS) team. IPS are an
experienced and supportive team, and as a staff member, you will collaborate in
delivering personalised, one-to-one support to children and young people across
a variety of settings: at home, in schools, and within the community. Our
clients may be experiencing a range of needs, including suspected or diagnosed
neurodiversity, mental health challenges, trauma, and behaviours considered as complex
or high-risk.
In this role, you will
Deliver personalised support based on a
Child or Young Persons (CYP) support plan.
Aid in promoting individuals
independence based on their level of need.
Assist individuals in accessing the
community.
Help in updating support plans and
providing essential observations based on first-hand experience with the
client.
Report on medical and welfare needs of
clients as necessary.
Monitor individuals presentation and
report concerns to senior team members or management.
Provide accurate notes that capture an
honest depiction of a session with a client for record-keeping purposes.
Update support plans and risk
assessments based on any new observations of the CYP.
Work flexibly throughout varying hours,
including evenings and weekends.
Actively safeguard the individuals we
support.
Who were looking for
We welcome people from a range of
professional backgrounds, particularly those with experience in:
Youth work or family support.
Education or alternative provision.
Residential care or supported living.
Mental health or wellbeing services.
Why Join ABL Health?
ABL is a growing, community-focused health
organisation recognised for its innovative and person-centred services.
We are
People-powered - we listen to individuals
and co-create solutions
Bold - not afraid to try new approaches
Thoughtful - always responsive and
respectful
Effective - driven by evidence and real
outcomes
Ready to Apply?
Within this position, youll be part of a
Dynamic, multidisciplinary team and benefit from
Ongoing training and development
opportunities.
A supportive and inclusive workplace
culture.
Access to professional clinical guidance
and peer support.
A real opportunity to shape change in the
lives of vulnerable young people.
We actively welcome applicants from
diverse backgrounds and are committed to equal opportunities for all.
Beyond this, the company provides various
Benefits such as
Birthday off.
Blue Light card eligibility.
28 days annual leave + the bank holidays
you work.
Flexible annual leave scheme with the
ability to buy or sell days of annual leave.
If you're ready to bring your experience,
energy, and empathy to a role where you can truly make a difference, wed love
to hear from you.
Join us in helping children and young
people across the North-West build safer, more stable futures.
Please note that we are unable to offer
sponsorship for this role. All applicants must have the legal right to work in
the UK at the time of application.
ABL is an exciting fast-paced, growing community health organisation. As an experienced, CQC registered, provider of community health services, we are passionate about delivering evidence based, innovative, effective and relevant health care services in partnership with individuals, communities and stakeholders.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children and young people
Desirable
- Evidence of continued professional development.
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
- Experience in supporting functional/psychological assessments.
- Sound knowledge of relevant performance frameworks, quality standards legal and ethical frameworks.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing at all levels, with individuals, groups, organisations and the public.
- Ability to deal calmly and effectively with conflict.
- Ability to work with groups from different backgrounds and cultures.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively and meet deadlines amid a range of competing demands.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work flexibly to overcome challenges.
- Ability to collate and analyse data to ensure the effectiveness of service outputs.
- The ability to support the IPS team independently, with the understanding of when to escalate situations.
- An understanding of Safeguarding.
- Effective computer literacy skills, including use of Microsoft Office systems.
Desirable
- Sound knowledge of relevant performance frameworks, quality standards, legal and ethical frameworks.
Job Specific Requirements
Essential
- Work flexibly and adapt to suit service need.
- The ability to travel independently across the organisational footprint.
- A full driving licence and ownership of a vehicle for travel across the region.
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
1 September 2026
Last checked
2 September 2026
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