Learning Disability Support Worker – Part Time – Sheffield

Catering; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rotas 4 weeks in advance

Ongoing training and development

Supportive management and progression

Holiday pot access

24/7 support

Job summary

Catering in Sheffield seeks a Learning Disability Support Worker to assist young people with learning disabilities in the community and their homes. The role emphasizes person-centred support, independence building, and daily living skills in a caring team.

The position requires PMVA training, 12 months experience, and a valid UK driving licence, with ongoing training and clear progression opportunities. Salary £14-£16 per hour, full-time contract position onsite in Sheffield.

Qualifications

• 12 months experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities or challenging behaviour.
• PMVA training or willing to complete training.
• Strong de-escalation and behaviour management skills.
• Experience promoting independent living skills (routines, nutrition).
• Confident with digital care records and planning systems.
• Valid UK driving licence and access to vehicle.
• Eligible to work in the UK (Right to Work).
• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People or Adults).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

PMVA training

De-escalation

Behaviour management

Digital care planning systems

Driving licence

Education

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

Tools

Digital care planning software

Job description

Learning Disability Support Worker
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £14- £16ph
Shift Pattern: Flexible working Bank

Join Our Team as a Learning Disability Support Worker in Sheffield and surrounding area

Are you a caring and experienced Learning Disability Support Worker or Community Support Worker looking for a rewarding new opportunity in Sheffield and surrounding areas? Were 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 this role in Newcastle and surrounding areas:

• * A competitive salary of £14 -£16ph
• * Rotas 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 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.

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.

Salary: £14 – £16/hour N/A

Job Type: Contract, Temporary, Part Time

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire