Adult Learning Disability Support Worker

Vetro Recruitment; Chepstow; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payroll

Flexible shifts

Free online training

Pension scheme

Holiday pay

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking an Adult Learning Disability Support Worker for a temporary/full-time role in Chepstow, Newport, South Wales. The position focuses on helping adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health conditions to live more independently in a caring environment.

The role offers competitive pay, weekly payroll, flexible shifts, and access to subsidised training, with support from an experienced consultant.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months’ experience in a social care setting.
• Empathy, resilience, and a genuine desire to improve outcomes for adults with learning disabilities.
• Ability to obtain or hold a current Enhanced DBS on the update service.
• The right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to undertake practical training at a subsidised cost if not already completed.
• Ability to complete online training modules (free of charge).

Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred therapeutic care and support to residents with diverse needs.
• Monitoring, observing and documenting residents’ conditions and progress to ensure high standards of dignity and respect.
• Assisting residents with daily activities, personal care, and promoting social inclusion and independence.
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver tailored care plans and support pathways.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

People skills

Teamwork

Education

DBS update service (Enhanced DBS)

Job description

Job Title

Adult Learning Disability Support Worker

Location

Chepstow, Newport, South Wales

Salary

£14.24 per hour including holiday pay

Employment Type

Temporary / Full-time

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Adult Learning Disability Support Worker to join a specialised team in Chepstow, Newport. This role offers an excellent opportunity to support adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health conditions, helping them lead more independent and fulfilling lives within a caring environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred therapeutic care and support to residents with diverse needs
• Monitoring, observing, and documenting residents’ conditions and progress to ensure high standards of dignity and respect
• Assisting residents with daily activities, personal care, and promoting social inclusion and independence
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver tailored care plans and support pathways

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months’ experience in a social care setting
• Empathy, resilience, and a genuine desire to improve outcomes for adults with learning disabilities
• Ability to obtain or hold a current Enhanced DBS on the update service
• The right to work in the UK
• Willingness to undertake practical training at a subsidised cost (e.g., PBM, Manual Handling, Buccal) if not already completed
• Ability to complete online training modules (free of charge)

Benefits & Work Environment

• Competitive pay rates with weekly payroll and regular pay reviews
• Flexible shift patterns including short days, long days, waking nights, and sleep-ins
• Access to free online training and subsidised practical training (TMVA, PMVA, PBM)
• Support from an experienced, dedicated consultant
• Mobile shift management app
• Opportunity to earn agency worker of the month prize (£50) and enter quarterly competitions with a chance to win £500
• Holiday pay, either accumulated or paid weekly
• Contributory pension scheme
• Ongoing professional development with funded training options

Equal Opportunities Statement

Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.