Support Worker
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity in a Residential Setting, for a Learning Disabilities \& Autism Adults. The Support Worker is required to join our dynamic team, delivering high\-quality care and support to adults with autism and learning disabilities.
As a Learning Disabilities \& Autism Support Worker you will provide person\-centred support, enabling individuals to develop daily living skills, build confidence and engage in meaningful community activities. The Service Manager encourages a creative and proactive approach, empowering the team to deliver innovative, outcome\-focused support.
Working as a Learning Disabilities \& Autism Support Worker, you will support care planning, promote independence, ensure safeguarding, build positive relationships and help individuals achieve their personal goals within a safe, inclusive and supportive environment.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Support Worker (Learning Disabilities \& Autism) include:
· Provide Person\-Centred Care: Deliver tailored support aligned with individual care plans and needs
· Promote Independence: Support daily living skills, encouraging autonomy and confidence
· Support Personal Care: Assist with personal care in a respectful, dignified and compassionate manner
· Facilitate Community Engagement: Enable participation in social, leisure and community\-based activities
· Develop Positive Relationships: Build trust with individuals, families and professionals
· Support Care Planning: Contribute to care plans, risk assessments and outcome\-focused support
· Maintain Accurate Records: Complete documentation, reports and daily notes in line with standards
· Ensure Safeguarding \& Compliance: Follow safeguarding procedures, health and safety and best practice
· Encourage Wellbeing: Promote emotional wellbeing, inclusion and a balanced lifestyle
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
· Previous experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism
· Proven experience in a support worker, care assistant or healthcare environment
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills
· Compassionate, patient and person\-centred approach
· Ability to work flexible shifts including evenings and nights. We require you to work on some weekends and Bank Holidays.
· Understanding of safeguarding, health and safety and care planning
DESIRABLE
· Experience in supported living, residential care or community care settings
· Knowledge of autism support, behavioural support or complex needs
· Relevant Health and Social Care qualification or training
· Experience with documentation, care records and compliance standards
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to Manager / Operations manager.
Job Types: Full\-time, Part\-time, Temporary, Contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £12\.71\-£13\.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- UK visa sponsorship
- Do you have Covid 19 Vaccination or willing to get it before Gov deadline?
- Care support worker: 1 year (preferred)
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