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Equita Community Living; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Equitas Medicare Group in the UK is seeking an experienced and compassionate Support Worker to join our supported living service, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex mental health needs.

You will help residents with daily living tasks, contribute to wellbeing sessions, and work with health and social care professionals to deliver person-centred care in a calm, respectful environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to support adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex mental health needs.
• Commitment to person-centred care and safeguarding.
• Effective communication and teamwork with health professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living tasks including cooking, budgeting, personal care, appointments, and maintaining a safe living environment
• Develop and review person-centred support plans alongside residents and relevant professionals
• Encourage independence, confidence, and community engagement
• Maintain accurate records, daily notes, and incident reports
• Deliver 1:1 and group wellbeing sessions focused on emotional regulation, resilience, coping strategies, and self-esteem
• Support residents to identify goals and build structured wellbeing plans
• Use trauma-informed and psychologically informed approaches in everyday support
• Monitor wellbeing and respond appropriately to concerns, incidents, and safeguarding matters
• Manage risk in a way that balances safety, dignity, and independence
• Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and organisational procedures at all times
• Work collaboratively with mental health services, social workers, GPs, and other professionals
• Attend team meetings, reviews, and reflective practice sessions
• Contribute to a positive and supportive team culture

Job description

Equitas Medicare Group is a supported living provider specialising in care for residents with mental health needs, learning disabilities, and autism.

We are dedicated to transforming healthcare by providing resident-specific care that integrates innovative technologies and evidence-based practices. Supported by experienced professionals and proactive leadership, we focus on empowering individuals to take an active role in their health journey.

Our care plans are personalised to meet unique needs, ensuring effective, comfortable, and dignified care. We strive to create a meaningful healthcare experience for all individuals under our care.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Support Worker to join our supported living service, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex mental health needs.

This is more than a traditional support role. Alongside helping residents with practical day-to-day living, you’ll also play an important part in supporting emotional wellbeing, resilience, confidence, and recovery.

Some days are structured and steady. Others can be unpredictable, emotional, or challenging. We’re looking for someone who can stay calm, build trust, and provide consistent support that genuinely helps people feel safer, more stable, and more in control of their lives.

What You Will Be Doing

Person-Centred Support & Daily Living

• Support residents with daily living tasks including cooking, budgeting, personal care, appointments, and maintaining a safe living environment
• Develop and review person-centred support plans alongside residents and relevant professionals
• Encourage independence, confidence, and community engagement
• Maintain accurate records, daily notes, and incident reports
• Deliver 1:1 and group wellbeing sessions focused on emotional regulation, resilience, coping strategies, and self-esteem
• Support residents to identify goals and build structured wellbeing plans
• Use trauma-informed and psychologically informed approaches in everyday support
• Monitor wellbeing and respond appropriately to concerns, incidents, and safeguarding matters
• Manage risk in a way that balances safety, dignity, and independence
• Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and organisational procedures at all times

Teamwork & Partnership Working

• Work collaboratively with mental health services, social workers, GPs, and other professionals
• Attend team meetings, reviews, and reflective practice sessions
• Contribute to a positive and supportive team culture