Support Worker - Adults with Learning Disabilities

iBC Healthcare; Worksop; On-site; GBP 35,818,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PBS training

Health & Social Care Diplomas (Level 2

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced Family Leave

28 Days Annual Leave

Career progression

Job summary

IBC Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide one-to-one support to an adult with learning disabilities in Worksop. You will follow an individualised support plan within a PBS framework, promoting routines, independence and community engagement while upholding dignity and choice.

Responsibilities include delivering tailored therapeutic support, supporting daily living tasks, medication administration, and documenting care.

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 under pressure.
• Consistency and strong professional boundaries.
• Experience with personal care when required.

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.
• 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.
• Complete accurate, timely documentation and records.
• Work collaboratively with family members, healthcare professionals, and the wider multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Learning disabilities experience

Autism support experience

Behaviours of concern experience

PBS understanding

Trauma-informed practice

De-escalation skills

Communication skills

Observation skills

Calm, patient approach

Professional boundaries

Personal care experience

Job description

IBC Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide one-to-one support to an adult with learning disabilities in Worksop. You will follow an individualised support plan within a PBS framework, promoting routines, independence and community engagement while upholding dignity and choice.

Responsibilities include delivering tailored therapeutic support, supporting daily living tasks, medication administration, and documenting care.