Hello, I’m Ashley
My role: Team Leader, Supported Living Services
Where I work: Wigan Council - Adult Social Care
What do I do in my role?
I manage a supported living property in Wigan which is home to 10 adults with learning disabilities, managing a staff team of 29.
What’s my career journey?
I started working in private mental health in 2017 as a support worker, moving to Wigan Council’s supported living team in 2019. I quickly moved up the ladder and after just 1 year I became a team leader.
What’s the best thing about my job?
Advocating for vulnerable adults who can’t speak or shout for themselves.
My top skills:
- Tenacity
- Organisation
- Ambition.
Good personal qualities to have
- Compassion
- Courage
- Approachable.
What do I want to do next?
Continue advocating on the behalf of vulnerable adults, progressing up the career ladder.
My advice if you want to do what I do
Grasp every opportunity given to you, whether it be work experience or volunteering. Learn as much as you can and most importantly make sure you enjoy it!