Therapeutic Support Worker – Adult Learning Disabilities

iBC Healthcare; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid induction & 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 opportunities

Job summary

IBC Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide one‑to‑one support for an adult with learning disabilities in Droylsden West. The role follows a PBS framework and focuses on routines, independence and community inclusion.

You will work from an individualised plan to promote dignity, choice, and long‑term wellbeing, supporting daily living, personal care and medication administration as needed.

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.

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, 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

Autism experience

PBS knowledge

Trauma‑informed practice

De‑escalation

Observation skills

Communication skills

Patience

Professional boundaries

Personal care

Tools

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Job description

IBC Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide one‑to‑one support for an adult with learning disabilities in Droylsden West. The role follows a PBS framework and focuses on routines, independence and community inclusion.

You will work from an individualised plan to promote dignity, choice, and long‑term wellbeing, supporting daily living, personal care and medication administration as needed.