Devon - Female Support Worker

Standby24 Ltd; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Ongoing training and development

Supportive management team

Job summary

Standby24 Ltd is seeking a Female Support Worker with experience in mental health, learning disabilities, ASD and complex needs to support individuals in our community packages. The role focuses on person-centred care, safety, and promoting independence for both children and adults with complex needs.

The position is full-time with a mix of day and waking night shifts, including weekends and bank holidays. A UK driving license and PMVA training are preferred; accommodation is provided where

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience as Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker in mental health/LD services.
• Experience with ASD, mental health needs and challenging behaviours.
• PMVA or equivalent restraint training with in-date certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support, build trusting relationships.
• Deliver care per plans and risk assessments.
• Promote positive behaviour support and trauma-informed practice.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistent support.
• Help access community activities and develop independence skills.
• Encourage inclusion, dignity and active participation.
• Maintain records and follow policies and procedures.
• Support daily living tasks and maintain safe living environment.

Skills

1 year experience

ASD

Mental health

Learning disabilities

Challenging behaviours

PMVA training

Driving license

Tools

PMVA training

Job description

Salary: GBP16 - GBP20 per annum

Female Support Worker – Mental Health, Learning Disabilities, Autism & Complex Needs

Pay Rate: £16-20.00 per hour

Hours: Full-time

Shift Pattern: A mixture of day shifts and waking night shifts, including weekends and bank holidays as required.

About the Role

Standby24 is seeking an experienced Support Workers to support packages for children and adults with Mental Health, Learning Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and behaviours that may challenge.

This is a unique opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of individuals requiring high-quality support. The ideal candidate will be calm, resilient, highly organised, and passionate about supporting individuals with complex needs to achieve positive outcomes and greater independence.

Requirements

• Female applicant (Genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010
• Minimum of 1 years' experience working as a Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker within mental health and/or learning disability services.
• Experience supporting individuals with:
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Mental health needs
  • Learning disabilities
  • Behaviours that may challenge
• Eligibility to work in the UK with no restrictions.
• In-date PMVA or equivalent restraint training certification.
• A full UK driving license with access to a car (preferred).

Key Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred support to an individual, building a positive and trusting relationship.
• Deliver support in line with care plans, risk assessments, and agreed strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour support and trauma informed approaches in daily practice.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure consistent and effective support.
• Supporting the individual to access the community, attend appointments, participate in activities, and develop independence skills.
• Encourage choice, dignity, inclusion, and active participation in everyday life.
• Communicate effectively with family members, social workers, healthcare professionals, and other relevant stakeholders as required.
• Maintain accurate, up to date records and documentation.
• Follow organised policies, procedures, and best practice standards.
• Provide support with daily living tasks as required, including personal care, meal planning and preparation, household tasks, and maintaining a safe and comfortable living environment.

Why Join Standby24?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Consistent full-time opportunities available
• Accommodation provided where required
• Short term and long-term assignments to suit availability
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive management team
• Opportunity to make a lasting difference to one person's life

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