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We provide person-centred support for people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.

Empowering individuals to live full, independent lives – every day. 💙

10/10/2026

🧠 World Mental Health Day – 10 October 💙

Today, we’re taking a moment to recognise just how important mental health, connection and feeling heard really are.

At 1st Enable, we believe good support is about much more than meeting someone’s needs. It’s about getting to know the person, listening to what matters to them and supporting them to enjoy a life that is meaningful and fulfilling. 💙

That might mean spending time with friends, enjoying favourite activities, getting outdoors, listening to music, going to events, pursuing hobbies or simply having someone there to talk to.

The 2026 theme is:

“Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change.”

We believe every person deserves to have their voice heard, their choices respected and their individuality celebrated.

💙 Real support. Real people. Real change.

08/10/2026

🍂 MAKE A DIFFERENCE THIS OCTOBER! 🍂

💙 1st Enable is recruiting Support Workers! 💙

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference in people’s lives? We’re looking for passionate and caring people to join our team across:
📍 Cheshire
📍 Wakefield
📍 Middlesbrough
📍 Leeds

💷 Pay rates:
- £12.88–£14.15 per hour, depending on service
- £14.43–£15.86 per hour for bank/overtime shifts

🎁 Our benefits include:
✨ Perkbox
✨ Medicash
✨ Pension scheme
✨ Blue Light Card
✨ Dental & optical support
✨ GP access
✨ Cycle to Work scheme
✨ Early Pay scheme
✨ Training & development opportunities
✨ Supportive team environment

Whether you’re an experienced Support Worker or looking to start a rewarding career in care, we’d love to hear from you! 💙

🌟 Join 1st Enable and help us deliver on your potential.

📩 Apply today and become part of our team!

05/10/2026

💙 WE’RE RECRUITING! 💙

Support Workers – Tarporley 📍

Looking for a job where no two days are the same and you can genuinely make a difference?

At 1st Enable, we’re looking for caring and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our Tarporley team.

💷 £13.65 per hour
⭐ £15.30 per hour overtime/bank rate
🎁 £350 joining bonus – T&Cs apply
🌴 28 days holiday, including bank holidays
📚 Paid training & induction
💙 Blue Light Card – first year paid
🏥 Medicash healthcare benefits
🌟 Employee recognition scheme
⏰ Flexible shift patterns including days, evenings, nights & weekends

And the best part? You’ll be supporting people to enjoy the things they love! ❤️

🎤 Concerts, live music & theatre
🏰 Disney
🎶 ABBA
🎯 Darts & wrestling
🎬 Cinema trips
🌳 Nature walks
🌱 Gardening

You could be part of someone's favourite concert, their next cinema trip, a walk in the countryside or simply helping them enjoy their day.

It’s more than a job. It’s helping someone live the life they choose. 💙

👉 Interested? Find out more and apply here:
Support Worker – Tarporley | 1st Enable

📩 [email protected]
📞 0151 318 2330

Could you be the person who helps make someone’s day? 💙

02/10/2026

🌟 It’s almost time to reveal our Q3 GEM Award winner! 🌟

But what exactly is the GEM Award?

GEM stands for Going the Extra Mile — recognising those amazing people who go above and beyond and truly make a difference across 1st Enable. 💛

The GEM Award is nominated by colleagues, making it a really special recognition from the people who see the difference you make every day. Whether it’s supporting the people we support, going the extra mile for colleagues, bringing positivity to a team, showing compassion, stepping up when things get tough or simply making a lasting difference — these are the people we want to celebrate.

The award is presented once every quarter, giving us the opportunity to shine a spotlight on the incredible people across 1st Enable who consistently demonstrate what it means to go the extra mile.

And this quarter, we’ve received some fantastic nominations from across the company. 🌟

We’ve heard about compassion, dedication, outstanding teamwork, inspiring leadership and people who make a genuine difference every single day.

So… who will be our Q3 GEM Award winner? 👀🏆

The reveal is coming very soon… watch this space! ✨

25/09/2026

💙 We’re Hiring – Support Workers - Middlesbrough 💙

Are you passionate about helping people live fulfilling, independent lives and reaching their potential? We’re looking for caring, reliable and enthusiastic Support Workers to join the 1st Enable team.

This is a rewarding role where every day is different, from supporting people with everyday activities and developing independence to getting involved in activities both in and out of the service. Most importantly, you’ll be part of a supportive team where the work you do genuinely makes a difference. 💙

✨ What we offer:
💷 £12.88 per hour
💷 £14.43 per hour for overtime/bank
🏖️ 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays
🎉 £350 joining bonus*
💳 Perkbox
💙 Blue Light Card – first year paid
❤️ Medicash healthcare
🫶 24/7 confidential counselling support
📚 Paid training & induction
🏆 Employee recognition scheme
💰 Early Pay Scheme
🚲 Cycle to Work Scheme
🚗 Free on-site parking

If you’re looking for a career where you can make a real difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Find out more and apply today:
https://1stenable.co.uk/jobs/support-worker-middlesbrough/

*Terms and conditions apply; joining bonus pro rata.

23/09/2026

💙 WE’RE HIRING – SUPPORT WORKERS IN TARPORLEY! 💙

Looking for a rewarding role where every day is different and the support you provide genuinely matters?

1st Enable is recruiting Support Workers to join our team in Tarporley.

💷 £13.65 per hour
⭐ £15.30 per hour for bank/overtime

You’ll be part of a supportive team helping people live active, fulfilling and more independent lives. The role can involve supporting with everyday routines, community activities and social opportunities, from BBQs and theme nights to days out, concerts and trips into the community.

🏡 A welcoming supported living environment
🤝 Person-centred support
🚗 Driving is ideal due to the location
📅 Full-time, permanent role with flexible shifts
🌙 Days, evenings, nights and weekends

Why join 1st Enable?

✨ Paid training & induction
✨ 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata)
✨ £350 joining bonus (T&Cs apply)
✨ Blue Light Card – first year paid
✨ Perkbox & Medicash
✨ 24/7 counselling support
✨ Employee recognition scheme
✨ Early Pay Scheme
✨ Cycle to Work Scheme
✨ Free on-site parking

Whether you already have experience in care or you're looking to develop your career in support work, we’d love to hear from you.

📍 Tarporley, Cheshire

👉 Apply now: https://1stenable.co.uk/jobs/support-worker-tarporley/

21/09/2026

🌿 DO YOU PREFER A CALMER WORKING ENVIRONMENT?
Then this could be the Support Worker role for you. 💙

📍 Cotton Hall Farm | Rural outskirts of Chester

We're recruiting Support Workers to provide 1:1 support in a peaceful rural setting.

If busy environments aren't your thing and you'd prefer a role where you can build a meaningful 1:1 relationship, support independence and really get to know the person you're working with then we'd love to hear from you.

🌱 Less hustle. More meaningful support.

No previous experience? That's okay, full training and support are provided.

To apply - [email protected] or call 0151 318 2330

18/09/2026

💙 What could your shift look like as a Support Worker?

It could be a cinema trip. 🎬
A concert. 🎤
Lunch out. 🍽️
A coffee and a walk. ☕
A shopping trip. 🛍️
Or simply spending time doing the things that make someone's day better.

At 1st Enable, support isn't about saying:

❌ “No, you can't do that.”

It's about saying:

✅ “Okay, you want to do that, let's see how we can make it happen.”

Because the people we support should be able to enjoy life, make choices and do the things that matter to them.

And as a Support Worker, you get to be part of those moments. 💙

📍 Support Worker opportunities in Chester & surrounding areas
💷 £13.65- £14.15 per hour
⏰ Flexible hours & a variety of shifts - full-time, part-time or bank
💳 Medicash
🎁 Perkbox
💰 Additional Bank/ overtime pay meaning £14.57-£15.13 per hour
🎉 £350 joining bonus — ending soon!

Ready for a job where every day can be different?

Join 1st Enable.

[email protected] or 0151 318 2330

10/09/2026

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day. 💙

At 1st Enable, we believe that sometimes the most important thing we can do is simply listen.

Su***de prevention starts with conversations. A simple “How are you really doing?” can open the door to someone who may be struggling in silence.

Today, we’re encouraging everyone to:

💬 Talk – check in with someone you care about.
👂 Listen – give them space to speak without judgement.
❤️ Support – remind them that they don’t have to face things alone.
🤝 Reach out – if you’re struggling, asking for help is a strength, not a weakness.

You never know what someone else may be going through. Be kind. Check in. Listen.

If you or someone you know needs support, help is available:

📞 Samaritans: 116 123 – free, 24/7
💬 SHOUT: Text SHOUT to 85258 – 24/7

You are not alone. 💙

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17/08/2026

📢 WE’RE HIRING – SUPPORT WORKERS IN PONTEFRACT! 💙

Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day? We’re looking for caring and dedicated Support Workers to join our team in Pontefract.

Whether you’re looking for day shifts, waking nights, sleep-ins, evenings or weekend work, we have a range of opportunities to suit different lifestyles and availability.
✅ £350 joining bonus (T&Cs apply)
✅ Excellent paid training & clear progression routes
✅ Full-time, part-time & flexible hours available
✅ Day shifts, waking nights & sleep-ins available
✅ Evening & weekend shifts available
✅ Blue Light Card paid for your first year
✅ Medicash health support cash plan
✅ 24/7 counselling support
✅ A role where you can make a real difference every day
✅ And much more!

If you’re caring, compassionate and reliable, and want a role where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you. 🌟
📩 Apply now: Send your CV to [email protected]
📞 Call: 0151 318 2330
💙 Join our team and help make a difference in Pontefract!

Address

Inward Way
Ellesmere Port
CH653EN

Telephone

+441513182330

Website

http://www.1stenable.co.uk/

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