Support Worker: Adults with Learning Disabilities

iBC Healthcare; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid induction and PBS training

Health & Social Care Diplomas

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced Family Leave

28 Days Annual Leave

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

IBC Healthcare in Doncaster is seeking an experienced Support Worker to provide one-to-one support to an adult with learning disabilities in a PBS-guided, person-centred model. Pay £12.90 per hour, days and nights available, full-time role based in the DN3 area.

You will help the person build routines, independence and confidence at home and in the community, using trauma-informed, calm approaches and consistent boundaries to promote wellbeing and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, or behaviours of concern.
• Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and trauma-informed practice.
• Strong de-escalation, communication and observational skills.
• A calm, patient, non-reactive approach and able to stay steady under pressure.
• Consistency and strong professional boundaries; this person benefits from predictability.
• Experience with personal care where required.
• A genuine belief in the person's right to make their own choices and live as independently as possible.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred, therapeutic support tailored to the individual's needs, preferences and goals.
• Promote independence and meaningful choice in all aspects of daily life.
• Support with personal care where required, always maintaining dignity and respect.
• Support medication administration in line with policy.
• Support daily living tasks, cooking, cleaning, budgeting, appointments as opportunities to build skills and confidence, not just complete tasks.
• Actively encourage community access and social inclusion, tailored to the person's interests.
• Follow the support plan, risk assessment and positive behaviour support plan consistently.
• Recognise early signs of distress and respond using de-escalation techniques, minimising restrictive practice.
• Complete accurate, timely documentation and records.
• Work collaboratively with family members, healthcare professionals, and the wider multidisciplinary team

Skills

Learning disabilities experience

PBS understanding

De-escalation

Communication skills

Calm temperament

Personal care experience

Independence advocacy

Job description

IBC Healthcare in Doncaster is seeking an experienced Support Worker to provide one-to-one support to an adult with learning disabilities in a PBS-guided, person-centred model. Pay £12.90 per hour, days and nights available, full-time role based in the DN3 area.

You will help the person build routines, independence and confidence at home and in the community, using trauma-informed, calm approaches and consistent boundaries to promote wellbeing and safety.