Learning Disability Support Worker

Marva Group; Bilston; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

4 weeks rota in advance

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Holiday pot access

24/7 support

Job summary

Marva Group is seeking a dedicated Learning Disability Support Worker to assist young people with learning disabilities and complex needs in their homes and local community. You will provide person-centred support, promote independence, and help develop daily living skills and routines.

Successful applicants will have PMVA training, de-escalation skills, and a valid UK driving licence. You will work with families and MDTs to achieve positive outcomes and maintain detailed digital care notes.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months' experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour.
• PMVA training and strong de-escalation skills.
• Experience promoting independent living skills and routines.
• Ability to use digital care planning systems for records.
• Valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Right to Work in the UK and NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent, person-centred support to young people with learning disabilities in homes and local community.
• Plan and facilitate structured activities to promote independence and social confidence.
• Support daily living skills including meals, shopping, and routines.
• Use PMVA techniques to safely manage challenging behaviour.
• Maintain accurate digital care notes, risk assessments and incident reports.
• Collaborate with families, carers and multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive outcomes.

Skills

12 months' experience

PMVA training

De-escalation skills

Independent living skills

Digital care planning

UK driving licence

Right to Work in UK

Education

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

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Learning Disability Support Worker

Are you a caring and experienced Learning Disability Support Worker or Community Support Worker looking for a rewarding new opportunity? We’re a leading health and social care provider seeking passionate individuals to support young people with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour in the community.

This role is ideal for a resilient, patient, and compassionate support worker who is committed to helping individuals achieve independence, confidence and a better quality of life.

What We Offer Our Care Team

We value our team and offer a rewarding package for this role:

• A competitive salary

• Rota’s 4 weeks in advance

• Ongoing training and development, including specialist clinical refreshers.

• Supportive management and clear career progression opportunities.

• Access to your holiday pot at any time, release the funds when you need it most.

• 24/7 support, always somebody on hand to advise and help

Essential Requirements

To be successful in this Learning Disability Support Worker role, you must have:

• 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, including routines and nutrition.

• Confidence using digital care planning systems to maintain accurate records.

• 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).

Desirable Qualifications

• First Aid training or equivalent.

About The Role

Your Responsibilities as a Community Support Worker

As a Community Support Worker specialising in learning disabilities and complex needs, your responsibilities will include:

• 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 that promote independence and build social confidence.

• Supporting with daily living skills, including meal planning, shopping, dietary needs, and personal routines.

• Using PMVA techniques and de-escalation strategies to safely manage behaviours that may challenge.

• Maintaining accurate digital care notes, risk assessments, and incident reports.

• Working collaboratively with families, carers, and multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) to achieve positive outcomes.