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Custom Links Care Ltd; Stanford-le-Hope; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Custom Links Care Ltd is seeking dedicated Support Workers in Stanford-le-Hope and surrounding areas to help adults with learning disabilities live more independent lives. You will provide person-centred support in homes and the local community, promoting dignity, choice and inclusion while encouraging everyday living skills.

We offer training, ongoing guidance from an experienced team, and a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or support work is beneficial.
• Able to communicate effectively with adults with learning disabilities.
• Willing to learn and complete relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines, personal care and independent living skills.
• Promote dignity, choice and inclusion in home and community settings.
• Support access to community activities and maintain social relationships.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and individual care plans.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver high-quality support.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Reliability

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Support Worker – Learning Disabilities & Challenging Behaviour

Location: Stanford-le-Hope and surrounding areas

Job type: Full-time / Part-time

Contract: Temporary-to-permanent opportunities and permanent positions

Shifts: Day shifts, awake nights, sleep-ins and weekends

Make a real difference every day!

Are you a caring, compassionate and reliable person who wants to help others live more independent and fulfilling lives?

Custom Links Care is recruiting Support Workers in Stanford-le-Hope and the surrounding areas. We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our friendly team, supporting adults with learning disabilities in their own homes and within the local community.

If you are passionate about helping people, promoting independence and making a positive difference every day, we would love to hear from you!

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support to individuals with a range of needs, including those who may display challenging behaviour.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting individuals with daily routines and personal care where required.
• Promoting independence, dignity, choice and inclusion.
• Helping individuals develop everyday living skills and confidence.
• Supporting people to access community activities and maintain social relationships.
• Providing positive, consistent support in line with individual care plans.
• Supporting individuals who may display challenging behaviour, following appropriate guidance and support plans.
• Encouraging individuals to achieve personal goals and enjoy fulfilling lives.
• Following safeguarding procedures, risk assessments and health and safety requirements.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver safe, high-quality support.

You will receive training, ongoing support and guidance from our experienced team to help you feel confident and succeed in your role.

What We Offer

At Custom Links Care, we value our staff and the difference they make every day.

Benefits include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Free uniform
• Ongoing training and development
• A supportive and helpful team
• Flexible shifts to suit your availability
• An easy-to-use rota app to view and manage your shifts

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for people who are:

• Caring, patient and compassionate.
• Reliable, responsible and committed.
• Good communicators and team players.
• Positive, understanding and respectful of individual needs.
• Passionate about promoting independence and improving quality of life.
• Willing to learn and complete relevant training.
• Able to work professionally and follow support plans.
• Previous experience in care or support work is beneficial, but a genuine desire to help others and the right attitude are equally important.
• Female Support Workers are particularly encouraged to apply where a genuine occupational requirement applies to the specific role and can lawfully be justified.
• Applicants must be willing to complete the necessary recruitment checks, including an appropriate DBS check, and undertake relevant training.

Why Join Custom Links Care?

At Custom Links Care, our approach is built around supporting independence, empowering individuals and creating brighter futures.

You will be part of a team that values compassion, teamwork and meaningful relationships. Your support can help individuals build confidence, develop new skills and enjoy greater independence in their everyday lives.

If you want a rewarding role where the work you do genuinely matters, we would love you to join us.