Support Worker - Adult Learning Disabilities

iBC Healthcare; Crossgate; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full paid training

Competitive salary

Diplomas Level 2-5 funded

Blue Light Card

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced paternity/maternity leave

Wellbeing support

28 days holiday incl bank holidays

Job summary

IBC Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide person-centred care for individuals with learning difficulties and mental health needs. The role is days-only, full-time (42 hours per week), with a pay rate of £13.60 per hour.

The successful candidate will work both independently and as part of a team, supporting with daily tasks, medication, and community activities while promoting independence and wellbeing. Full training and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties.
• Experience working with Mental Health conditions, Complex Care, and Challenging Behaviours.
• A Full UK Driving Licence (desired but not essential)
• Strong multi-tasking, time management, and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and flexibility.
• A caring, compassionate, and positive approach to support.
• Confidence managing challenging behaviour and conflict.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to individuals with disabilities, including those with complex needs, enabling them to achieve positive outcomes.
• Support with daily tasks such as medication administration, cooking, cleaning, and completing paperwork.
• Offer both emotional and practical support.
• Help individuals access community facilities and participate in community activities.
• Build trusting relationships that promote independence and improve quality of life.
• Empower individuals to develop new skills and explore hobbies and interests.

Skills

Learning difficulties support

Mental health

Complex care

Challenging behaviours

Time management

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Compassionate approach

Teamwork

Independent working

Conflict management

Job description

Days only

hours per week (permanent)

Person Specification

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• Experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties
• Experience working with Mental Health conditions, Complex Care, and Challenging Behaviours
• A Full UK Driving Licence (desired but not essential)
• Strong multi-tasking, time management, and organisational skills
• Excellent attention to detail and flexibility
• A caring, compassionate, and positive approach to support
• Confidence managing challenging behaviour and conflict
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Support Worker - Full‑Time (Days)

Pay Rate:

£13.60 per hour

Shifts:

Days only

Hours:

Full‑time - 42 hours per week (permanent)

Person Specification

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• Experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties
• Experience working with Mental Health conditions, Complex Care, and Challenging Behaviours
• A Full UK Driving Licence (desired but not essential)
• Strong multi-tasking, time management, and organisational skills
• Excellent attention to detail and flexibility
• A caring, compassionate, and positive approach to support
• Confidence managing challenging behaviour and conflict
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person‑centred support to individuals with disabilities, including those with complex needs, enabling them to achieve positive outcomes
• Support with daily tasks such as medication administration, cooking, cleaning, and completing paperwork
• Offer both emotional and practical support
• Help individuals access community facilities and participate in community activities
• Build trusting relationships that promote independence and improve quality of life
• Empower individuals to develop new skills and explore hobbies and interests

What We Offer

• Fully paid, comprehensive training and induction
• Competative salary
• Funded qualifications (Diplomas Level 2, 3, 4 & 5)
• Blue Light Card
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced paternity and maternity leave
• Wellbeing support
• 28 days paid holiday (including bank holidays)

About IBC Healthcare

IBC Healthcare supports hundreds of individuals across the Midlands with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, and mental health conditions. We are proud to be a purpose‑driven organisation that invests in the wellbeing, development, and growth of our teams.

What Our People Say:

• 97% would recommend IBC as a great place to work
• 93% expect to stay with IBC for the next 3-5 years

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re passionate about person‑centred support, committed to empowering others, and ready to take the next step in your care career, we’d love to hear from you.