Empowering Learning Disability Support Specialist

Marva Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Rota 4 weeks in advance

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Holiday pot access

24/7 support

Job summary

Marva Group is seeking a Learning Disability Support Worker to assist young people with learning disabilities in the community. You will provide person-centred support, help build independence and confidence, and promote daily living skills.

Candidates should have PMVA training, de‑escalation and behaviour management skills, and a valid UK driving licence. We offer a competitive hourly rate, rota planning in advance, ongoing training, career progression, and 24/7 support.

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 using digital care planning systems for accurate record keeping.
• A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (Right to Work documentation required).
• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People or Adults).

Responsibilities

• Providing consistent, person-centred support to young people with learning disabilities and complex needs in their homes and local community.
• Planning and facilitating engaging, structured activities to build independence and social confidence.
• Supporting with daily living skills including meal planning, shopping, dietary needs and personal routines.
• Applying PMVA techniques and de-escalation strategies to safely manage challenging behaviours.
• Maintaining accurate and professional digital care notes, risk assessments, and incident reports.
• Collaborating with families, carers, and multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs) to ensure positive outcomes.

Skills

De-escalation skills

Independent living skills

Digital care planning

Excellent communication

Calm and professional

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

First Aid training

Tools

PMVA training

Job description

Marva Group is seeking a Learning Disability Support Worker to assist young people with learning disabilities in the community. You will provide person-centred support, help build independence and confidence, and promote daily living skills.

Candidates should have PMVA training, de‑escalation and behaviour management skills, and a valid UK driving licence. We offer a competitive hourly rate, rota planning in advance, ongoing training, career progression, and 24/7 support.