Learning Disability Support Worker

SeeMeHired; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Rota: 4 weeks in advance

Training and development

Job summary

SeeMeHired is seeking a caring Learning Disability Support Worker to assist young people with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour in the community. You will provide person-centred support in homes and local settings, promoting independence and social confidence.

With PMVA de-escalation training and a calm, resilient approach, you will maintain accurate digital records, collaborate with families and MDTs, and support daily living tasks such as meals, routines, and nutrition.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to support individuals with learning disabilities and challenging behaviours.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with families and MDTs.
• Experience promoting independence in daily living, routines, meals and activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support in homes and community settings.
• Plan and facilitate engaging activities to build independence and social confidence.
• Support daily living skills including meals, shopping, routines and nutrition.
• Apply PMVA techniques and de-escalation to manage behaviours safely.
• Maintain accurate digital care notes, risk assessments and incident reports.
• Collaborate with families, carers and MDTs to achieve positive outcomes.

Skills

Empathy and patience

Communication

Calm under pressure

Team collaboration

Education

NVQ/QCF Health & Social Care 2/3

First Aid certification

Tools

Digital care planning systems

Job description

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., 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.
  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)., First Aid training or equivalent., 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.
  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