Learning Disability Support Worker: Build Independence

SeeMeHired; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Rota's 4 weeks in advance

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Holiday pot access anytime

24/7 support

Job summary

SeeMeHired is seeking a Learning Disability Support Worker to provide person-centred support for young people with learning disabilities and complex needs in their homes and communities. You will plan structured activities to promote independence, support daily living skills, and use PMVA techniques to safely manage behaviours.

The role requires at least 12 months experience, PMVA training, and NVQ/QCF Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care, plus First Aid.

Qualifications

• 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; confident with digital care planning systems.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Calm and resilient attitude

Behaviour management

Independence promotion

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People or Adults)

First Aid training

Tools

Digital care planning systems

Job description

SeeMeHired is seeking a Learning Disability Support Worker to provide person-centred support for young people with learning disabilities and complex needs in their homes and communities. You will plan structured activities to promote independence, support daily living skills, and use PMVA techniques to safely manage behaviours.

The role requires at least 12 months experience, PMVA training, and NVQ/QCF Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care, plus First Aid.