Support Worker Supported Living

Based in Northwich

Permanent

Full time – Shift work, consisting of 3 on 3 off x 12 hour shifts, including some nights

£13.48 per hour, £27,591 per annum

About Us

DSN is a modern, dynamic charity providing a wide range of support services related to deafness for people across Cheshire and the surrounding area. We are a Disability Confident employer with offices in Macclesfield, Northwich and Chester.

About You and the Role

We have four vibrant supported living homes in Northwich where we provide care and support to deaf and deafblind adults with learning disabilities and/or challenging behaviour.   We want to recruit people who can make a positive impact on the lives of those living in our supported environments.

You will need compassion and empathy, a positive outlook, and the ability to work as part of a team. Communication is key to this role and we will support you with everything that you need for the job. We want you to enable and empower our clients in a supportive environment and to promote their personal, social and everyday skills.

About The Hours

• Full‑time position with a stable, consistent schedule
• 3 on / 3 off shift pattern — with built‑in breaks and excellent work–life balance
• 12‑hour shifts that maximise your time off across the month
• Includes a mix of day and sleep in night shifts, offering flexibility and variety

Benefits

• Learn British Sign Language (BSL) as part of your job up to level 2.
• Earn a highly competitive £13.48 per hour.
• Enjoy a varied and rewarding role including supporting outdoor activities, social events and day trips.
• Train on the job including to a minimum of a level 2 diploma in Health and Social Care.
• Receive a contributory pension and generous holiday allowance.

This role is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and completion of an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Please note that you need to ensure you can travel to Northwich and public transport can be limited. A use of a car may be required.

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Please watch this video from our Supported Living staff, showing what a wonderful place DSN is to work!

https://youtube.com/shorts/7OiqSlz4KPo

Please visit the link below for the job description and person specification and use the DSN application form to apply for the role:

Supported Living_Support Worker

Application Form 2026

Interview Date – TBC.