Learning Disability Support Worker

SeeMeHired.com; Potton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Rota four weeks in advance

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Holiday pot access

24/7 support

Job summary

SeeMeHired.com is seeking a Learning Disability Support Worker to assist young people with learning disabilities and complex needs in home and community settings.

You will use PMVA techniques, maintain digital care records, and collaborate with families and MDTs to promote independence and safety. A UK driving licence and Right to Work are required.

Qualifications

• 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 such as routines and nutrition.
• Confidence using digital care planning systems for accurate record keeping.
• A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (Right to Work).
• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People or Adults).

Responsibilities

• 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 to build independence and social confidence.
• Supporting with daily living skills including meal planning, shopping, dietary needs and personal routines.
• Applying PMVA techniques and de-escalation strategies to safely manage challenging behaviours.
• Maintaining accurate and professional digital care notes, risk assessments, and incident reports.
• Collaborating with families, carers, and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure positive outcomes.

Skills

Empathy and patience

Strong communication

De-escalation skills

Functional activity planning

Digital care records

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 Health & Social Care

First Aid training (Desirable)

Tools

PMVA training

Job description

Learning Disability Support Worker

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 thisrole:

• Acompetitive salary

• Rota’s 4 weeks in advance

• Ongoing training and development, including specialist clinical refreshers.

• Supportive managementand clearcareer progressionopportunities.

• 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 such as routines and nutrition.

• Confidence using digital care planning systems for accurate record keeping.

• 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 Support Worker specialising in learning disabilities and complex needs, your key duties 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 to build independence and social confidence.

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

• Applying PMVA techniques and de-escalation strategies to safely manage challenging behaviours.

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

• Collaborating with families, carers, and multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs) to ensure positive outcomes.

Required Criteria

• Confidence in using digital care planning systems.
• Excellent communication skills and a calm, resilient and professional attitude.
• A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Desired Criteria

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Adults or Children).
• Current First Aid training.