Support Worker-Learning Disabilities

FPR Group; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking dedicated Learning Disabilities Support Workers to assist vulnerable adults in leading fulfilling lives. With flexible shift patterns, you can balance your work with other commitments while making a significant impact on the lives of those you support. You'll be part of a supportive team that values continuity and offers a rewarding work experience. Your role will involve providing essential support, managing behaviours, and ensuring the emotional and physical needs of adults with learning disabilities are met. If you're passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Excellent hourly rates of pay

Weekly pay via BACS

Holiday pay earned separately

Enhanced DBS provided

Mandatory training provided

Optional workplace pension

24/7 contact in emergencies

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in supporting adults with learning disabilities is essential.
• PMVA qualification is required; Team Teach is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to adults with learning disabilities and manage challenging behaviours.
• Engage with individuals using a patient and empathetic approach.

Skills

Support for adults with learning disabilities

Communication skills

Emotional resilience

Building rapport

Patience

Empathy

Education

PMVA qualification

Team Teach qualification

Job description

Due to high demand, we are recruiting dedicated and experienced Learning Disabilities Support Workers to assist vulnerable adults with varying degrees of learning disabilities. These roles are available across multiple locations, including Hayling Island, Portsmouth, Fareham, Gosport, Havant, Petersfield, Southampton, and Basingstoke.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to adults with learning disabilities, ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met.
• Assist in managing challenging behaviours and promoting positive outcomes.
• Work in various settings, including residential homes, day services, and supported living environments.
• Engage with individuals using a consistent, patient, and empathetic approach, maintaining safe boundaries.

Shift Patterns:

We offer flexible shift patterns that can be tailored to your preferences, including:

• Monday to Sunday shifts
• Early shifts, late shifts, long days, and waking nights or sleep-ins

You can choose how much or how little you work, allowing you to balance work with other commitments. Continuity is essential in these roles, and many of our current staff value the flexibility we offer.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in supporting adults with learning disabilities and challenging behaviours.
• An up-to-date PMVA qualification (or equivalent) is essential. A Team Teach qualification is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, emotional resilience, and the ability to build rapport with these vulnerable adults.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries.

Why Work With Us?

• Flexibility: Work as much or as little as you want, fitting your schedule around other commitments.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values continuity and provides a positive, rewarding work experience.
• Impactful Work: Make a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults who live with learning disabilities and help them lead more independent and fulfilling lives.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference and have the experience to support adults with learning disabilities, we would love to hear from you!

Apply now and join our dedicated team!

Benefits of working with us:

• Excellent hourly rates of pay
• WEEKLY pay via BACS
• Holiday pay earned separately to the Support Worker hourly rate!
• Enhanced Child and Adult Workforce DBS provided
• Mandatory Training and certificates provided for personal use
• Optional Workplace Pension
• Friendly and experienced Health & Social Care Consultants to help and support you including:
• Detailed information about the projects provided prior to first shift at each location.
• Additional supervised support and training provided within project when required or requested.
• Continuous encouragement of up-skilling
• 24/7 contact available in emergencies.

Terms apply.

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FPR Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.