Therapeutic Support Worker: Adults with LD

iBC Healthcare; Worksop; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid induction

PBS training

Diplomas

Blue Light Card

EAP

Cycle to Work

Family leave

28 days leave

Career progression

Job summary

IBC Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Male Support Worker to provide one-to-one support to an adult with learning disabilities in Worksop. The role uses a PBS framework to promote routines, independence and community participation, with focus on dignity and long-term wellbeing.

You’ll work from an individual support plan, supporting daily living tasks, personal care and medication administration, in a person-centred, trauma-informed environment.

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.
• A genuine belief in the person's right to make their own choices and live as independently as possible.

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

PBS understanding

De-escalation skills

Observation skills

Professional boundaries

Personal care experience

Calm, patient approach

Education

Health & Social Care Diploma (Level 2-5)

Job description

IBC Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Male Support Worker to provide one-to-one support to an adult with learning disabilities in Worksop. The role uses a PBS framework to promote routines, independence and community participation, with focus on dignity and long-term wellbeing.

You’ll work from an individual support plan, supporting daily living tasks, personal care and medication administration, in a person-centred, trauma-informed environment.