Support Worker - Learning disabilities & Mental Health

Fosse Healthcare Limited; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Free training and professional development

Attractive pension scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Access to mental health support

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the East Midlands is seeking compassionate Support Workers to provide personalized care for individuals with learning disabilities and challenging behaviours. This role involves promoting independence and managing challenging situations while fostering strong relationships with service users and their families. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and be committed to equality and inclusion. The position offers competitive salary, comprehensive training, and career progression opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities preferred.
• Ability to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered support to service users.
• Encourage and assist in developing life skills.
• Manage challenging behaviours using de-escalation techniques.
• Ensure health and safety by following care plans.
• Build trusting relationships with service users and their families.
• Assist with personal care and daily routines.
• Keep accurate records of service users' progress.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage challenging behaviours

Teamwork

Job description

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Support Workers to join our team, providing person-centered care and support to individuals with learning disabilities, challenging behaviours and mental health needs. As a Support Worker, you will play a key role in helping service users live fulfilling, independent lives by promoting their well-being, encouraging positive behaviours, and helping them achieve their personal goals.

We have day and night shifts available.

Key responsibilities as our Support Worker

• Person-Centered Support: Provide high-quality, tailored care to individuals, supporting their physical, emotional, and social needs while respecting their dignity, choices, and preferences.
• Promote Independence: Encourage and assist service users in developing life skills, such as budgeting, cooking, and personal care, to enhance their independence in daily living.
• Manage Challenging Behaviours: Use de-escalation techniques and behaviour management strategies to support individuals in coping with challenging behaviours in a safe, compassionate manner.
• Health & Safety: Ensure the safety and well-being of service users at all times by following individual risk assessments and care plans, and maintaining a safe living environment.
• Build Positive Relationships: Foster strong, trusting relationships with service users, their families, and external professionals (e.g., social workers, healthcare staff) to promote collaboration in care planning and delivery.
• Support Plans: Following individual care and support plans of each client.
• Daily Activities: Assist service users with personal care, daily routines, and participation in community activities to encourage a balanced, healthy lifestyle.
• Documentation: Keep accurate, up-to-date records on the service user's progress, incidents, and any other relevant information in line with company policies and regulatory standards.

Ideal Support Worker candidate

• Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities and/or challenging behaviours is preferred but not essential—full training provided.
• Strong communication skills and a compassionate, patient nature.
• Ability to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours in a calm, supportive manner.
• A commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Free comprehensive training and ongoing professional development
• An attractive pension scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Free access to mental health and well-being support services
• Genuine career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
• Company smart phone
• Monthly staff recognition and reward schemes
• A supportive and fun team with a wealth of experience

If you're passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities and challenging behaviours, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team that makes a real impact every day!