Empowering Learning Disabilities Support Worker (Community)

SeeMeHired; Dudley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Rota four weeks in advance

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Holiday pot access

24/7 support

Job summary

SeeMeHired is seeking a caring Learning Disability Support Worker to assist young people with learning disabilities and complex needs in the community and at home.

You will plan engaging activities, support daily living skills, and maintain accurate digital care notes. PMVA and de-escalation training are essential, with a focus on independent living, routine, nutrition, and safe behaviour management.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months' experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour.
• PMVA training.
• Strong de-escalation and behaviour management skills.
• Experience promoting independent living skills such as routines and nutrition.
• Confidence in using digital care planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent, person-centred support to young people with learning disabilities and complex needs in their homes and local community.
• Plan and facilitate engaging, structured activities to build independence and social confidence.
• Support with daily living skills including meal planning, shopping, dietary needs and personal routines.
• Apply PMVA techniques and de-escalation strategies to safely manage challenging behaviours.
• Maintain accurate and professional digital care notes, risk assessments and incident reports.
• Collaborate with families, carers, and MDTs to ensure positive outcomes.

Skills

De-escalation

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Independent living support

Digital care planning

Driving licence

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People or Adults)

First Aid training

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Adults or Children)

Job description

SeeMeHired is seeking a caring Learning Disability Support Worker to assist young people with learning disabilities and complex needs in the community and at home.

You will plan engaging activities, support daily living skills, and maintain accurate digital care notes. PMVA and de-escalation training are essential, with a focus on independent living, routine, nutrition, and safe behaviour management.