Support Worker

Service Care; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension contributions

DMI training

Mandatory training

Professional development

Rotas provided four weeks in advance

24/7 support

Holiday pay access

Job summary

Service Care is actively seeking a Learning Disability Support Worker in Hull (HU1) to provide person-centred support to young people with learning disabilities and complex needs in their homes and the community.

You will work within enhanced staffing arrangements (1:1 to 5:1) and use de-escalation techniques to keep people safe, calm and respected. A full UK driving licence and Right to Work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• 12 months' experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities in home/supported living.
• Experience managing behaviours that challenge and/or physical aggression.
• Current PMVA or recognised physical intervention training.
• Experience with care plans, risk assessments and behavioural support strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to young people with learning disabilities in homes and community.
• Support individuals with challenging behaviours including aggression and dysregulation.
• Recognise triggers and use de-escalation techniques to prevent incidents.
• Maintain calm, professional conduct during challenging situations.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments and PBS plans.
• Support daily living skills, personal care, meals, routines and community activities.
• Maintain accurate digital care records and incident reports.
• Collaborate with families and multidisciplinary professionals.

Skills

Compassionate

Resilient

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2 or Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Adults or Children and Young People)

Tools

PMVA training

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)

Job description

Learning Disability Support Worker Location: Hull, HU1 Salary: £14.50 per hour Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Hours: 36–48 hours per week Make a Real Difference - Join a Dedicated Support Team! Are you a compassionate, resilient and experienced Support Worker looking for a rewarding permanent opportunity? We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established health and social care provider for dedicated Learning Disability Support Workers to support young people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs within their homes and the local community in Hull. This is a rewarding but challenging role, supporting individuals who may present with behaviours that challenge, emotional regulation difficulties and, at times, physical aggression. You will play an important role in providing safe, consistent and person-centred care, helping individuals develop their independence, confidence and overall quality of life. The successful candidates will be confident working within enhanced staffing arrangements, including 2:1, 3:1, 4:1 and 5:1 support, and have the resilience and practical experience to manage challenging situations professionally and safely.

The Role – Your Responsibilities

As a Learning Disability Support Worker, you will:

• Provide person-centred support to young people with learning disabilities and complex needs in their homes and the community.
• Support individuals who may display behaviours that challenge, including physical aggression, impulsivity and emotional dysregulation.
• Recognise triggers and early warning signs, using positive behaviour support and proactive de-escalation techniques.
• Maintain a calm, professional and non-confrontational approach during challenging situations.
• Work effectively within enhanced staffing arrangements, including 1:1, 2:1, 3:1, 4:1 and 5:1 support.
• Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans.
• Support individuals with daily living skills, personal care, meal preparation, nutrition, routines and community activities.
• Promote independence, choice, dignity and positive outcomes.
• Maintain accurate digital care records, behavioural observations and incident reports.
• Work collaboratively with families, colleagues and multidisciplinary professionals.

Essential Requirements

• A minimum of 12 months' experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs in a home/supported living setting.
• Previous experience supporting individuals who present with behaviours that challenge and/or physical aggression.
• Current PMVA training or recognised physical intervention training.
• Strong practical experience using de-escalation and behaviour management techniques.
• Experience working with individual care plans, risk assessments and behavioural support strategies.
• Confidence working within enhanced staffing arrangements or comparable high-acuity support environments.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to remain calm, patient and professional under pressure.
• Confidence using digital care planning systems and maintaining accurate records.
• A full, valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Adults or Children and Young People).
• Full, unrestricted Right to Work in the UK, with no restrictions on working hours or employment.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must already have full, unrestricted Right to Work in the UK.

Desirable Experience & Qualifications

• DMI (Dynamis) physical intervention training.
• Positive Behaviour Support (PBS).
• Experience supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities or acquired brain injuries.
• Experience working with DoLS and restrictive care arrangements.
• Experience supporting individuals with complex communication needs.
• First Aid training or equivalent.
• Candidates with current or recent PMVA or another recognised physical intervention qualification may also be considered, subject to review of their training and completion of any required organisation-specific training and competency assessments.

What's on Offer?

• £14.50 per hour.
• Annual salary equivalent of £27,144 based on 36 hours per week.
• Annual salary equivalent of £36,192 based on 48 hours per week.
• Paid annual leave.
• Workplace pension contributions.
• Free in-house DMI training.
• Free mandatory training.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive management and access to ongoing guidance.
• Rotas provided four weeks in advance.
• 24/7 support, with someone available to offer advice and assistance.
• Access to your accrued holiday pay when you need it, subject to the employer's arrangements.

Who Would Suit This Role?

We are particularly interested in hearing from experienced Learning Disability Support Workers, Senior Support Workers, Autism Support Workers and Community Support Workers who have worked with individuals with complex needs and behaviours that challenge. You will be patient, emotionally resilient, observant and confident working as part of a team. You must be able to remain calm under pressure, follow detailed care plans and work consistently with colleagues to maintain the safety and well-being of the individuals you support. Most importantly, you will be passionate about delivering high-quality care while promoting dignity, independence and positive outcomes.