ACTIVITY SUPPORT WORKER

YAWN Life cic; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Community/Activity Support Worker to support adults with Learning Disabilities. You will encourage participation in activities both on-site and in the community. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills and hold a Full UK Drivers Licence. This full-time role offers regular daytime hours and no shift work, making it a rewarding experience to make a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

On-site parking

NEST pension scheme

No shift work or weekends

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals with Learning Disabilities is helpful but not essential.
• Fluency in English to negotiate and influence others is required.
• A Full UK Driving Licence is essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Support groups of adults with learning disabilities.
• Encourage participation in community activities.
• Promote engagement and enjoyment through varied activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Relating to people with differing needs

Motivational skills

Job description

Overview

We have a vacancy at our Day Service! This is a rare opportunity to join our team. The role is a Community/Activity Support Worker – Supporting able adults with Learning Disabilities.

Do you enjoy being active and getting out and about? Would you like to share that enthusiasm with others? Are you looking for a job that is varied, rewarding, and has regular daytime hours Monday to Friday? Would you love to make a difference in the lives of people with Learning Disabilities?

Key Details

Type: Full time, permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00‑4:15/4:30
Rate: £13.21 per hour (after initial probationary period)

Responsibilities

• Support groups of adults with learning disabilities.
• Help and encourage them to take part in activities with their friends.
• Participate in many activities out in the community and some onsite using facilities at our premises.
• Get involved in lots of varied activities, promoting engagement and enjoyment.
• Motivate those you are supporting, work as part of a team, and contribute towards the smooth running of the organisation.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience of people with Learning Disabilities (either through a work role or personally) is helpful but not essential.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and relate to people with differing needs.
• Fluent in English to negotiate with and influence others, including achieving agreement between groups of individuals with different ideas.
• Full driving licence essential – you will be driving our 7/8‑seater vehicles daily to collect clients from their homes, take them to activities and return them home at the end of the day. Having your own vehicle with business‑use insurance is an advantage.
• Enhanced DBS check will be undertaken at our expense, and references are required.
• Willingness to follow strict IPC measures as necessary from time to time.

Benefits

• On‑site parking.
• No shift working or weekends.
• NEST pension scheme.
• The service operates for 49 weeks per year; part of your holiday entitlement is used for those weeks.

Application Process

To apply, please email [e-mail] with the following:

• Attach your CV.
• Tell us why you would like this job.
• Confirm how long you have held a Full UK Driving Licence.

Please note: You must hold a Full UK Drivers Licence for this role. This is a full‑time 5‑day/week position. Do not apply if you are looking for part‑time or do not hold a UK licence.