Learning Disabilities Support Worker

NHS; Borrowash; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist residential care provider seeks an experienced Learning Disabilities Support Worker to provide outcome-focused care for individuals with learning disabilities and autism. Responsibilities include supporting residents, maintaining a safe environment, and assisting with their medical and welfare needs. Ideal candidates will have experience and a can-do attitude. Competitive benefits and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Free Meal during shifts

Free DBS

NHS Blue Light Discount Card

Fully Paid Training and Induction

Contributory pension scheme

Regular staff events and team-building days

Access to further career development

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with adults with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behavior, and complex healthcare needs.
• Can-do attitude and ability to work well within a friendly staff team.
• Knowledge of non-verbal communication techniques such as Makaton would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the individuals in living independent lives.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Assist with medical and welfare needs and report on these.

Skills

Experience with adults with learning disabilities

Knowledge of non-verbal communication techniques

Job description

Cygnet are currently looking for an experienced Learning Disabilities Support Worker to join our team working at Conifers.Conifers is a specialist 7-bed residential home providing outcome-focused care for adults with a primary diagnosis of profound to moderate learning disability and autism with associated complex needs.We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment, promoting independence and community integration. Person-centred planning is at the heart of everything we do, based on each persons specific needs. We understand that consistency and continuity of care is important for the people we support.The people we support:People from the age of 18 yearsIndividuals with a primary diagnosis of learning disabilitiesMay have autismMay have communication challengesMay have associated complex needsMay have physical disabilities and require specialist mobility equipment

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

About us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Job responsibilities

Cygnet are currently looking for an experiencedLearning Disabilities Support Workerto join our team working at Conifers.

Conifers is a specialist 7-bed residential home providing outcome-focused care for adults with a primary diagnosis of profound to moderate learning disability and autism with associated complex needs.

We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment, promoting independence and community integration. Person-centred planning is at the heart of everything we do, based on each persons specific needs. We understand that consistency and continuity of care is important for the people we support.

The people we support:

• People from the age of 18 years
• Individuals with a primary diagnosis of learning disabilities
• May have autism
• May have communication challenges
• May have associated complex needs
• May have physical disabilities and require specialist mobility equipment

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• Free Meal during shifts
• Free DBS.
• NHS Blue Light Discount Card, Reward Gateway
• Fully Paid Training and Induction
• Contributory pension scheme
• Regular staff events and team-building days
• Access to further career development
• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
• Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with medical & welfare needs
• Report on medical & welfare needs as required
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

What you will need:

• Previous experience working with adults with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviour and complex healthcare needs, including Epilepsy.
• Preferably hold a full clean UK driving license (although this is not essential for this role)
• A can-do attitude and the ability to work well within a friendly staff team.
• Knowledge of non-verbal communication techniques such as Makaton would be advantageous; however, training on this will be provided.

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible

Person Specification

General Requirements

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.