Learning Disability Support Workers

Advantage Healthcare; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group recognition programmes

Blue Light Card

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Refer a friend bonus

Paid shadowing shifts

Fully funded NVQs/Diplomas in Health &

Job summary

Guardian Homecare in Basildon is looking for Learning Disability Support Workers to join our dedicated team. You will provide high-quality, person-centred support to service users across Basildon and surrounding areas, helping people gain independence, confidence and social participation.

We offer full-time and part-time roles with flexible shifts across 7 days, full training, and a supportive environment that values compassion and reliability.

Qualifications

• Genuine compassion and respect for others (kindness goes a long way!)
• A positive, energetic, and proactive attitude
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Reliability and a caring, supportive nature
• The right to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Empowering Independence (helping individuals develop essential life skills, from cooking and budgeting to household tasks)
• Community Access (supporting individuals to get out and about to college, shopping, hobbies, and social activities)
• Personal care (providing dignified support with bathing, dressing, and grooming as required)
• Medication support (collecting prescriptions, providing reminders, and administration)
• Emotional support (being a consistent, encouraging presence to help build confidence and self-esteem)
• Encourage social engagement and family connections
• Monitor wellbeing and report any changes to healthcare professionals and family
• Maintain accurate documentation of support provided
• Respond to emergencies safely and effectively
• Work collaboratively with families and the wider care team

Skills

Compassion

Positive attitude

Reliability

Communication

Listening skills

Problem-solving

Right to work in the UK

Job description

At Guardian Homecare, every day is different. Every day gives you the chance to do meaningful, rewarding work that truly empowers people to live their best lives.

We're currently recruiting full-time and part-time Learning Disability Support Workers to join our dedicated team supporting service users across Basildon and the surrounding areas.

Work Locations Work close to home in some of our most vibrant and welcoming communities: Basildon Pitsea (SS13) Basildon Central (SS14) Laindon (SS15) And the surrounding neighbourhoods.

Wherever you're based, there's an individual near you waiting for your support and encouragement!

Shift Patterns Our services run 7 days a week, offering flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle. Shift patterns can vary based on the individuals you are supporting, but typically include: Day Shifts Evening Shifts Sleep-in/Waking nights We value flexibility and reliability, and we provide consistent work for those who are passionate about making a difference.

Why Join Guardian Homecare? At Guardian Homecare every day is different. Each shift brings new challenges, rewarding moments, and the chance to make a real difference in someone's life. Unlike traditional domiciliary care, this role is truly about active support and enabling independence. Whether you're helping someone develop a new life skill or supporting them at a community event, your work truly matters.

We see extraordinary achievements happen every day thanks to the talent and commitment of our people. We're transforming the care industry by working smarter and driving positive change. With our size and success, we can offer you a world of career opportunity, choice, and security.

Job Description What You'll Be Doing As a Learning Disability Support Worker, you'll deliver high-quality, person-centred support that prioritises independence, dignity, and fun!

Job Description

Your key responsibilities include:

• Empowering Independence (helping individuals develop essential life skills, from cooking and budgeting to household tasks)


• Community Access (supporting individuals to get out and about to college, shopping, hobbies, and social activities)


• Personal care (providing dignified support with bathing, dressing, and grooming as required)


• Medication support (collecting prescriptions, providing reminders, and administration)


• Emotional support (being a consistent, encouraging presence to help build confidence and self-esteem)

You'll also:

• Encourage social engagement and family connections


• Monitor wellbeing and report any changes to healthcare professionals and family


• Maintain accurate documentation of support provided


• Respond to emergencies safely and effectively


• Work collaboratively with families and the wider care team

Qualifications

Qualifications What You'll Need (Besides a Cape!) Hold onto your hats, because you don't need any social care experience to join our merry band of care crusaders!

We offer full, paid training — all you need is a positive attitude, reliability, and the drive to champion independence.

Driving Requirement: Access to a vehicle and a full driving licence is strictly required due to the community-based nature of this role covering SS13, SS14, and SS15.

• Genuine compassion and respect for others (kindness goes a long way!)


• A positive, energetic, and proactive attitude (as resilient as a rubber band and eager to learn)


• Strong communication and listening skills (that would make a UN diplomat jealous)


• Problem-solving abilities


• Reliability and a caring, supportive nature


• The right to work in the UK (sorry, time travellers from the future need not apply)

If you're kind-hearted, dependable, and ready to make every day a little brighter — you've already got what it takes to be a Support Worker hero!

Additional Information

What You'll Receive

Here's what makes being part of Guardian Homecare truly special:

• Group Recognition Programmes: Be celebrated for your hard work with our internal awards and long-service recognition!


• Blue Light Card: Access to fantastic high street discounts


• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)


• Pension scheme


• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): For your wellbeing and peace of mind


• Refer a friend scheme: Earn bonuses for bringing great people on board


• Paid Shadowing Shifts: Work with an experienced mentor before you ever go out on your own!


• Fully funded NVQs/Diplomas: In Health & Social Care – we will pay for you to upskill and progress your career!

What You'll Receive

Here's what makes being part of Sage Care truly special:

• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)


• Paid online & face-to-face training


• Career progression & self-development opportunities


• Flexible working (full or part-time)


• Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay


• Pension scheme & Death in Service Payment


• Blue Light Card eligibility (exclusive discounts)


• Cycle to Work scheme


• £300 Refer-a-Friend bonus


• Access to well-being & benefits platform


• Be part of the largest care company in the UK

We're an equal opportunities employer. Thanks to the commitment of our support workers, we see extraordinary achievements happen every day. We have vacancies across the region and we offer a world of career opportunity, choice and security.