Specialist Support Worker - Autism & Learning Disabilities

Delphi Care Solutions Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Attendance bonus

NEST Pension Scheme

Meals provided

Free on-site parking

Annual leave

Training and development

Job summary

Delphi Care Solutions Ltd is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist adults with autism, learning disabilities, and mental health needs at a specialist residential service in Nottingham (NG8).

The role is permanent and full-time, averaging 42 hours per week with 12-hour day and night shifts on a rolling rota. You will deliver person-centred care, support independence, and work closely with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months' experience in adult social care in the UK.
• Experience supporting adults with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs, or behaviours of concern.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work both day and night shifts.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.
• Promote independence, dignity, choice and wellbeing.
• Support daily living activities and personal development.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies.
• Assist service users to access activities and engage with the local community.
• Collaborate with colleagues and healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Report changes in needs, behaviours or wellbeing.
• Participate in training, supervision and team meetings.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Patient demeanor

Education

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

Job description

Nottingham (NG8)

£13.49 - £14.40 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

Permanent, Full-Time

42 Hours per Week

12-Hour Shifts (Days & Nights)

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position.

About The Role

Delphi Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a specialist residential service in Nottingham supporting adults with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs, and behaviours of concern.

We are looking for experienced Support Workers who are confident supporting individuals with complex needs and who understand the importance of delivering consistent, person-centred care.

This is a full-time role working a mixture of day and night shifts on a rolling rota.

Main Duties

• Provide high-quality support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs
• Promote independence, dignity, choice, and wellbeing
• Support individuals with daily living activities and personal development
• Follow care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies
• Support service users to access activities and engage within the local community
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Report changes in needs, behaviours, or wellbeing
• Safeguard vulnerable adults and follow all policies and procedures
• Participate in training, supervision, and team meetings

Requirements

Essential

• At least 12 months' experience working within adult social care in the UK
• Experience supporting individuals with:
• Autism
• Learning Disabilities
• Mental Health Needs
• Behaviours of Concern
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work both day and night shifts
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable

• NVQ/RQF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
• Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) experience
• Residential care experience
• Full UK driving licence

Hours

• Permanent full-time contract
• Average 42 hours per week
• 12-hour shifts
• 8am to 8pm or 8pm to 8am
• Includes weekends and bank holidays

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.49 - £14.40
• Annual attendance/performance-related bonus
• NEST Pension Scheme (5% employer contribution)
• Meals provided whilst on duty
• Free on-site parking
• 5.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays
• Training and development opportunities

Pre-Employment Checks

• Enhanced DBS check
• Employment references
• Right to work checks
• Safer recruitment procedures

No visa sponsorship is available for this role.