Therapeutic Support Worker – Learning Disabilities

Ibc-Healthcare; Worksop; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PBS training

Diplomas (Health & Social Care)

Blue Light Card discount

EAP

Cycle to Work

Enhanced Family Leave

Annual Leave (28 days)

Career development

Job summary

IBC Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide one-to-one support to an adult with learning disabilities in Worksop. The role focuses on therapeutic, person-centred care to promote routine, independence and dignity in daily living.

You'll work within PBS framework, using trauma-informed approaches, and collaborate with family and care teams. This is a full-time, on-site role with paid induction, PBS training, and benefits, including health diplomas and a cycle-to-work scheme.

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 ability to stay steady under pressure.
• Consistency and strong professional boundaries; this role benefits from predictability.
• Experience with personal care where required.
• A genuine belief in the person's right to make their own choices and live independently.

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

De-escalation

Communication

Observational skills

PBS understanding

Trauma-informed practice

Calm under pressure

Education

Health & Social Care Diplomas (Level 2–5)

Job description

IBC Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide one-to-one support to an adult with learning disabilities in Worksop. The role focuses on therapeutic, person-centred care to promote routine, independence and dignity in daily living.

You'll work within PBS framework, using trauma-informed approaches, and collaborate with family and care teams. This is a full-time, on-site role with paid induction, PBS training, and benefits, including health diplomas and a cycle-to-work scheme.