Learning Disability Support Worker (Female)

Marva Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 19,286 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Marva Group in Southampton is seeking a Learning Disability Support Worker (Female) to provide compassionate, person‑centred care to adults with LD, including those with challenging behaviours.

This full-time role offers a competitive hourly salary of £14-£16, flexible bank shifts, ongoing training and development, and clear career progression opportunities. Applicants should have at least 12 months’ experience, a PMVA certificate, and the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months’ experience supporting adults with LD needs.
• Experience managing challenging behaviours and safeguarding vulnerable adults.
• Confidence using digital care systems for documentation and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills with a calm and empathetic approach.
• Current PMVA certificate
• Eligibility to work in the UK (Right to Work documentation required).

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care and emotional support to adults with a range of LD conditions.
• Applying de‑escalation techniques to manage challenging situations calmly and safely.
• Supporting daily living activities, including meal preparation, routines, and community engagement.
• Maintaining accurate digital care plans, incident reports, and risk assessments.
• Collaborating effectively with families, healthcare professionals, and multi‑disciplinary teams (MDTs) to ensure positive outcomes.

Job description

Learning Disability Support Worker (Female)

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Southampton

Salary: £14 - £16 PH

Shift Pattern: Flexible working – Bank

Join Our Team as a Learning Disability Support Worker Southampton

Are you a dedicated and experienced Learning Disability Support Worker looking for a rewarding role supporting young adults and children with LD needs in the Southampton community? We are a leading care provider seeking compassionate, skilled professionals to deliver exceptional, person‑centred care to individuals with mental health conditions and challenging behaviours.

This role is ideal for someone who is empathetic, patient and resilient, with a genuine passion for empowering clients to live fulfilling and independent lives at home.

What We Offer Our Care Team

• A competitive salary of £14 - £16 PH
• 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

Your Responsibilities as a Learning Disability Support Worker

• Providing direct care and emotional support to adults with a range of LD conditions.
• Applying de‑escalation techniques to manage challenging situations calmly and safely.
• Supporting daily living activities, including meal preparation, routines, and community engagement.
• Maintaining accurate digital care plans, incident reports, and risk assessments.
• Collaborating effectively with families, healthcare professionals, and multi‑disciplinary teams (MDTs) to ensure positive outcomes.

Essential Requirements for this LD Support Role

• A minimum of 12 months’ experience supporting adults with LD needs.
• Experience managing challenging behaviours and safeguarding vulnerable adults.
• Confidence using digital care systems for documentation and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills with a calm and empathetic approach.
• Current PMVA certificate
• Eligibility to work in the UK (Right to Work documentation required).

Desirable Qualifications

• A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (Mental Health)