Learning Disabilities Support Worker

FPR Group; Havant, Fareham, Gosport, Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Learning Disabilities Support Workers to assist vulnerable adults. This role offers flexible shift patterns, allowing you to balance work with other commitments while making a significant impact on the lives of those with learning disabilities. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and provides a rewarding work experience. If you have the passion and experience, this is an excellent opportunity to make a difference in your community.

Benefits

Weekly pay via BACS

Holiday pay earned separately

Enhanced DBS provided

Mandatory training and certificates

24/7 contact available in emergencies

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in supporting adults with learning disabilities.
• An up-to-date PMVA qualification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to adults with learning disabilities.
• Assist in managing challenging behaviours and promoting positive outcomes.

Skills

Support for adults with learning disabilities

Communication skills

Emotional resilience

Patience

Empathy

Education

PMVA qualification

Team Teach qualification

Job description

Job Summary

• Location Southampton, Hampshire
• Salary £12.21 - £25.00 per hour
• Contract Type Temporary/Contract
• Sector Health & Social Care
• Date Posted 22 April 2025
• Ref HC07_1745336948

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Job Description

Due to high demand, we are recruiting dedicated and experienced Learning Disabilities Support Workers to assist vulnerable adults with varying degrees of learning disabilities. These roles are available across multiple locations, including Hayling Island, Portsmouth, Fareham, Gosport, Havant, Petersfield, Southampton, Basingstoke, Guilford and Woking

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to adults with learning disabilities, ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met.
• Assist in managing challenging behaviours and promoting positive outcomes.
• Work in various settings, including residential homes, day services, and supported living environments.
• Engage with individuals using a consistent, patient, and empathetic approach, maintaining safe boundaries.

Shift Patterns:

We offer flexible shift patterns that can be tailored to your preferences, including:

• Monday to Sunday shifts
• Early shifts, late shifts, long days, and waking nights or sleep-ins

You can choose how much or how little you work, allowing you to balance work with other commitments. Continuity is essential in these roles, and many of our current staff value the flexibility we offer.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in supporting adults with learning disabilities and challenging behaviours.
• An up-to-date PMVA qualification (or equivalent) is essential. A Team Teach qualification is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, emotional resilience, and the ability to build rapport with these vulnerable adults.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries.

Why Work With Us?

• Flexibility: Work as much or as little as you want, fitting your schedule around other commitments.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values continuity and provides a positive, rewarding work experience.
• Impactful Work: Make a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults who live with learning disabilities and help them lead more independent and fulfilling lives.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference and have the experience to support adults with learning disabilities, we would love to hear from you!

Apply now and join our dedicated team!

BENEFITS of working with us are: -

• Excellent hourly rates of pay
• WEEKLY pay via BACS
• Holiday pay earned SEPERATELY to the Support Worker hourly rate!
• Enhanced Child and Adult Workforce DBS provided *
• Mandatory Training and certificates provided for personal use *
• Friendly and experienced Health & Social Care Consultants to help and support you including:
• Detailed information about the projects provided prior to first shift at each location.
• Additional supervised support and training provided within project when required or requested.
• Continuous encouragement of up-skilling
• 24/7 contact available in emergencies.

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• Location Bognor Regis, West Sussex
• Salary £12.21 - £25.00 per hour + Holiday pay and pension
• Salary £12.21 - £25.00 per hour + Holiday Pay
• Salary £12.21 - £25.00 per hour + Holiday pay and pension

Job Summary

• Location Southampton, Hampshire
• Salary £12.21 - £25.00 per hour
• Contract Type Temporary/Contract
• Sector Health & Social Care
• Date Posted 22 April 2025
• Ref HC07_1745336948

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