Support Worker

Support Worker – Supported Living | Manchester | £13.12 Per Hour

Job Title: Support Worker – Supported Living
Employer: Making Space (Warrington)
Location: Manchester, M12 4AH
Salary: £13.12 per hour
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time, on-site
Posted: 27 August 2026
Closing Date: 26 September 2026
Experience Required: No previous industry experience required

Job Overview

Making Space is recruiting a Support Worker – Supported Living to join its Manchester Floating Support service in M12 4AH.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults who require support to live independently and move towards independent accommodation.

The role is suitable for individuals who are caring, patient, positive and passionate about helping others. Previous experience and specific qualifications are not required, as successful applicants will receive on-the-job training and opportunities to gain professional qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting adults to live independently.
• Helping individuals move towards independent accommodation.
• Providing assistance with medication.
• Supporting service users to access the community.
• Assisting with domestic tasks.
• Building positive relationships with service users.
• Understanding and responding to individual needs.
• Encouraging service users to live fulfilling lives.
• Working effectively with colleagues.
• Following safeguarding and care requirements.

Who Can Apply?

Making Space states that previous industry experience or specific qualifications are not required.

Applicants should demonstrate:

• A caring and compassionate attitude.
• Patience and understanding.
• Good relationship-building skills.
• A positive approach to supporting others.
• The ability to think on their feet.
• A good sense of humour.
• Commitment to helping adults achieve independence.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Training and Qualifications

Successful applicants will receive step-by-step on-the-job training.

There are also opportunities to undertake professional qualifications in areas including:

• Health and Social Care
• Management
• Administration
• Continuing Professional Development

Making Space also highlights opportunities for career progression.

Employee Benefits

• £13.12 per hour
• Up to 28 days’ holiday per year, including bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees.
• Double-time pay for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
• Option to buy and sell up to two weeks of annual leave, subject to statutory limits.
• Access to Stream, allowing employees to access up to 30% of earned wages.
• Electric Car Scheme, subject to applicable conditions.
• Lifestyle benefits and health service discounts.
• Access to an online learning library.
• Employer-supported professional qualifications.
• Career development opportunities.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Car maintenance scheme.
• 55p per mile travel expenses.
• Colleague engagement hub and awards.
• Pension scheme with a minimum 3% employer contribution.
• Paid sick leave.

Employment Checks

Successful candidates will be subject to relevant employment checks, including:

• DBS check.
• Reference checks.
• Employment checks.
• Safeguarding training.

Making Space is an equal opportunities employer and participates in the Disability Confident employer scheme.

Important Eligibility Information

UK work eligibility is required.

The employer states that it can only accept applications from individuals who are legally entitled to live and work in the United Kingdom.

Applicants should confirm that they meet the employer’s right-to-work requirements before applying.

Job Details at a Glance

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted online through the official Work Hub job listing.

Application deadline: 26 September 2026

Important Note

This vacancy was posted on 27 August 2026 and is scheduled to close on 26 September 2026. Applicants are encouraged to review the requirements carefully and apply before the closing date.