Learning Disabilities Support Worker - Empower Independence

Essex Cares Limited; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage allowance

Up to 32 days leave

Induction and training

Career development opportunities

Annual salary reviews

Performance bonus

Pension - NEST up to 6%

Health support scheme

Loyalty scheme

Referral bonus £350

Blue Light Card

Mental health support

Job summary

Essex Cares Limited (ECL) is recruiting a Learning Disabilities Support Worker for our Woodlands Day Centre in Colchester. You will support adults with learning disabilities and/or autism with personalised plans, promoting independence, social inclusion and quality of life.

Role involves practical, emotional and social support, personal care assistance, and occasional travel across Essex for training and service delivery. A values-driven, empathetic and proactive approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Be passionate about providing high level care and support to adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• Exceptional listening and communication skills.
• Empathetic, proactive, and able to work on your own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical, emotional and social support to customers to achieve outcomes.
• Assist with daily living tasks, personal care, and mobility skills.
• Travel across Essex to attend training, support centres and community work.

Skills

Empathetic approach

Exceptional listening

Communication skills

Personal care readiness

Proactive and initiative

Flexibility

Job description

Essex Cares Limited (ECL) is recruiting a Learning Disabilities Support Worker for our Woodlands Day Centre in Colchester. You will support adults with learning disabilities and/or autism with personalised plans, promoting independence, social inclusion and quality of life.

Role involves practical, emotional and social support, personal care assistance, and occasional travel across Essex for training and service delivery. A values-driven, empathetic and proactive approach is essential.