Support Worker Complex Needs

RTC Resources Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Pension contributions

In-house DMI training

Ongoing training & development

Job summary

RTC Resources Ltd in Sheffield is seeking experienced Support Workers for permanent roles with a specialist care provider. The position supports individuals with complex needs and challenging behaviours, requiring adherence to care plans, safeguarding, and de-escalation strategies.

You will work in a structured environment with enhanced staffing and training requirements, including PMVA or related qualifications. Benefits include training and development opportunities and pension contributions.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs and challenging behaviours in the UK.
• Experience in enhanced staffing or intensive support services.
• Managing behavioural escalation and physical aggression.

Responsibilities

• Providing individualised support that protects dignity and promotes independence.
• Following care plans, risk assessments and Positive Behaviour Support strategies.
• Recognising behavioural triggers and responding with appropriate de-escalation.
• Supporting personal care, meals, daily activities, medication and community access as required.
• Communicating effectively with colleagues, families and other professionals.
• Completing accurate records and promptly reporting safeguarding concerns.
• Using physical intervention only as a last resort, within authorised care arrangements and current training.

Skills

UK experience

Complex needs experience

Teamwork

Communication

Observation

Job description

Support Worker - Complex Needs | Sheffield

£14.50 per hour | Permanent | 36-48 hours per week

RTC Resources is seeking experienced Support Workers for permanent opportunities with a specialist care provider in Sheffield.

Your role will include

• Providing individualised support that protects dignity and promotes independence.
• Following care plans, risk assessments and Positive Behaviour Support strategies.
• Recognising behavioural triggers and responding with appropriate de-escalation.
• Supporting personal care, meals, daily activities, medication and community access as required.
• Communicating effectively with colleagues, families and other professionals.
• Completing accurate records and promptly reporting safeguarding concerns.
• Using physical intervention only as a last resort, within authorised care arrangements and current training.

You will need

• Previous UK experience supporting individuals with complex needs and behaviours that challenge.
• Experience working within enhanced staffing arrangements or comparable intensive support services.
• Practical experience managing behavioural escalation and physical aggression.
• Strong teamwork, communication and observation skills.
• An understanding of safeguarding, least restrictive practice and professional boundaries.

DMI/Dynamis training is highly desirable. Candidates with current or recent PMVA or another recognised physical intervention qualification may be considered, subject to training review and competency requirements.

Benefits include

• Paid annual leave, pension contributions, free in-house DMI and mandatory training, plus ongoing training and development.

UK care/support experience and the right to work in the UK are essential. Sponsorship is not available.