Learning Disability Support Worker
Join Our Team as a Learning Disability Support Worker
Are you a caring and experienced Learning Disability Support Worker or Community Support Worker looking for a rewarding new opportunity? We’re a leading health and social care provider seeking passionate individuals to support young people with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour in the community.
This role is ideal for a resilient, patient, and compassionate support worker who is committed to helping individuals achieve independence, confidence and a better quality of life.
What We Offer Our Care Team
We value our team and offer a rewarding package for this role:
- A competitive salary
- Rota’s 4 weeks in advance
- Ongoing training and development, including specialist clinical refreshers.
- Supportive management and clear career progression opportunities.
- Access to your holiday pot at any time, release the funds when you need it most.
- 24/7 support, always somebody on hand to advise and help
Essential Requirements
To be successful in this Learning Disability Support Worker role, you must have:
At least 12 months’ experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour.
• PMVA training
• Strong de-escalation and behaviour management skills.
• Experience promoting independent living skills such as routines and nutrition.
• Confidence using digital care planning systems for accurate record keeping.
• A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (Right to Work documentation required)
• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People or Adults).
Desirable Qualifications
• First Aid training or equivalent.
About The Role
Your Responsibilities as a Community Support Worker
As a Support Worker specialising in learning disabilities and complex needs, your key duties will include:
• Providing consistent, person-centred support to young people with learning disabilities and complex needs in their homes and local community.
• Planning and facilitating engaging, structured activities to build independence and social confidence.
• Supporting with daily living skills including meal planning, shopping, dietary needs and personal routines.
• Applying PMVA techniques and de-escalation strategies to safely manage challenging behaviours.
• Maintaining accurate and professional digital care notes, risk assessments, and incident reports.
• Collaborating with families, carers, and multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs) to ensure positive outcomes.
Required Criteria
- Confidence in using digital care planning systems.
- Excellent communication skills and a calm, resilient and professional attitude.
- A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
Desired Criteria
- NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Adults or Children).
- Current First Aid training.
Skills Needed
About The Company
Company Culture
Company Benefits
Salary
£14.00 - £16.00 per year
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