Agency Support Worker - Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs (Dundee)

People Recruit Limited; Dundee; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking experienced Support Workers in Dundee to provide person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities and complex needs. The role involves assisting with daily living, promoting independence, and maintaining accurate care records. Ideal candidates will possess up-to-date mandatory training, a valid PMVA certificate, and excellent communication skills. Flexibility with shift patterns is essential. This is an opportunity to make a positive impact in individuals' lives.

Qualifications

• Up-to-date Mandatory Training.
• Valid PMVA certificate.
• Oliver McGowan Tier 1 & Tier 2.
• Immunisations: Varicella, MMR, TB & Hepatitis B.
• Previous healthcare or hospital experience.
• Excellent communication & teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with learning disabilities and autism.
• Assist with daily living support and personal care.
• Promote dignity, safety, inclusion, and independence.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility with shift patterns

Job description

We are recruiting experienced Support Workers to join specialist services in Dundee supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, and behaviours that challenge. These services provide structured, therapeutic environments focused on developing life skills, promoting independence, and supporting individuals to engage safely within their community.

This role is ideal for professionals who can work flexibly and provide high-quality, person-centred support across a range of care needs.

What You’ll Do:

• Support adults with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, and behaviours that challenge
• Assist with daily living support, personal care, community engagement, and observations
• Promote dignity, safety, inclusion, and independence at all times
• Contribute to structured care plans and therapeutic activities
• Work collaboratively with a full multi-disciplinary team
• Maintain accurate, compliant care records

Essential Requirements:

• Up-to-date Mandatory Training
• Valid PMVA certificate
• Oliver McGowan Tier 1 & Tier 2
• Immunisations: Varicella, MMR, TB & Hepatitis B
• Previous healthcare or hospital experience
• Excellent communication & teamwork
• Flexibility with shift patterns

Desirable:

• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs, learning disabilities, autism, or behaviours that challenge

Compliance:

Role is subject to PVG membership and satisfactory reference verification.