Learning Disabilities Support Worker: Empower Lives

Thornbury Community Services; Colchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Travel and mileage expenses

Competitive pay rates

Training and competency development

Job summary

Thornbury Community Services is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to provide in-home care for clients in Essex and surrounding areas. You will support individuals with mental health needs and learning disabilities, helping them pursue personal goals, enjoy community activities, and build independence through person-centered care.

You will work across flexible shifts, including days, nights and weekends, and use PBS principles in daily practice to keep clients safe while promoting autonomy

Qualifications

• 12 months UK-based experience in a community setting.
• Confidence in maintaining risk and using physical intervention where required.
• Confidence in utilising PBS standards within services.
• Strong personal values and ethical standards.
• Dedication, commitment and stability.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centered care within the client’s own home.
• Maintain safety whilst making positive risk decisions.
• Enrich life and promote independence.
• Build trust and long-term relationships that make every day meaningful.

Skills

UK community care experience

Risk management

PBS standards

Relationship building

Ethical values

Dedication

Job description

Thornbury Community Services is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to provide in-home care for clients in Essex and surrounding areas. You will support individuals with mental health needs and learning disabilities, helping them pursue personal goals, enjoy community activities, and build independence through person-centered care.

You will work across flexible shifts, including days, nights and weekends, and use PBS principles in daily practice to keep clients safe while promoting autonomy