Support Worker

Kingdom People; England; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading support services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking dedicated Learning Disabilities Support Workers. The role involves providing compassionate support to adults with learning disabilities across various locations, including Hayling Island and Portsmouth. Flexible shift patterns allow you to balance work with other commitments, making this a rewarding opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable adults.

Benefits

Excellent hourly rates of pay

Weekly pay via BACS

Holiday pay earned separately

Enhanced DBS provided

Mandatory training and certificates

Optional workplace pension

Support from experienced consultants

Qualifications

• Candidates must have extensive experience in providing support to adults with learning disabilities.
• Must possess an up-to-date PMVA qualification.
• Strong communication skills and emotional resilience are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate support ensuring physical and emotional needs are met.
• Assist in managing challenging behaviours and promoting positive outcomes.
• Work in various settings including residential homes and supported living environments.

Skills

Extensive experience in supporting adults with learning disabilities and challenging behaviours

Strong communication skills

Emotional resilience

Ability to build rapport with vulnerable adults

Patience

Empathy

Education

PMVA qualification (or equivalent)

Team Teach qualification (preferred)

Job description

We are currently seeking dedicated and experienced Learning Disabilities Support Workers to join our team and support vulnerable adults with varying degrees of learning disabilities. These rewarding roles are available in multiple locations including Hayling Island, Portsmouth, Fareham, Gosport, Havant, Petersfield, Southampton, and Basingstoke.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate support to adults with learning disabilities, ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met.
• Assist in managing challenging behaviours and promoting positive outcomes.
• Work in a variety of settings including residential homes, day services, and supported living environments.
• Engage with individuals using a consistent, patient, and empathetic approach while maintaining safe boundaries.

Shift Patterns

We offer flexible shift patterns that can be tailored to your preferences, including:

• Monday to Sunday shifts.
• Early shifts, late shifts, long days, and waking nights or sleep‑ins.
• Ability to choose how much or how little you work, allowing you to balance work with other commitments.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in supporting adults with learning disabilities and challenging behaviours.
• An up‑to‑date PMVA qualification (or equivalent) is essential. A Team Teach qualification is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication skills, emotional resilience, and the ability to build rapport with vulnerable adults.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries.

Why Work With Us?

• Flexibility: Work as much or as little as you want, fitting your schedule around other commitments.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values continuity and provides a positive, rewarding work experience.
• Impactful Work: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable adults with learning disabilities, helping them lead more independent and fulfilling lives.

Benefits

• Excellent hourly rates of pay.
• Weekly pay via BACS.
• Holiday pay earned separately to the Support Worker hourly rate.
• Enhanced Child and Adult Workforce DBS provided.
• Mandatory Training and certificates provided for personal use.
• Optional Workplace Pension.
• Friendly and experienced Health & Social Care Consultants to help and support you, including:
  • Detailed information about the projects provided prior to your first shift at each location.
  • Additional supervised support and training within the project when required or requested.
  • Continuous encouragement of up‑skilling.
  • 24/7 contact available in emergencies.
• *Terms apply.

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FPR Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.