Learning Disability Support Worker

SeeMeHired; Thornaby-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Rota in advance (4 weeks)

Training & development

Career progression

Holiday pot access

24/7 support

Job summary

SeeMeHired seeks a compassionate Learning Disability Support Worker to assist young people with learning disabilities and complex needs in their homes and communities. You will deliver person-centred support, promote independence, and maintain accurate digital records.

Role requires PMVA training, de-escalation skills, and a UK driving licence. A valid Right to Work in the UK is essential. Training opportunities and a supportive team await.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months' experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour.
• PMVA training and strong de-escalation/behaviour management skills.
• Experience promoting independent living skills and routines.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (Right to Work documentation required).
• Excellent communication skills and a calm, resilient attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent, person-centred support to young people with learning disabilities in homes and local community.
• Plan and facilitate structured activities to build independence and social confidence.
• Support with daily living skills including meals, shopping, dietary needs and personal routines.
• Apply PMVA techniques and de-escalation strategies to safely manage challenging behaviours.
• Maintain accurate digital care notes, risk assessments and incident reports.
• Collaborate with families, carers and MDTs to ensure positive outcomes.

Skills

PMVA training

De-escalation

Communication skills

UK driving licence

Education

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

First Aid training

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