Learning Disabilities Support Worker-Colchester

Thornbury Community Services; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Travel and mileage expenses

Exceptional pay rates

Bespoke training and competency

Job summary

Thornbury Community Services in Colchester is seeking a Support Worker within Mental Health Services or Learning Disability Services. You will deliver person-centred care in clients' homes, help people live safely and pursue meaningful community activities.

You will build trusting, lasting relationships with those you support, maintain safety and carry out risk awareness, and apply PBS standards within services.

Qualifications

• 12 months UK-based experience in a community setting.
• Confidence in maintaining risk and using physical intervention where required.
• Confidence in utilising PBS standards within services.
• Strong personal values and ethical standards.
• Dedication, commitment and stability.
• A genuine desire to build lasting relationships and make a positive impact.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centered care within the client’s own home.
• Maintain safety whilst making positive risk decisions.
• Enrich life and promote independence.
• Build trust and long-term relationships that make every day meaningful.

Skills

Community care experience

Risk assessment

PBS principles

Job description

Colchester

Support Worker within Mental Health Services / Support Worker within Learning Disability Services

LOCATION: Essex and and surrounding locations in the East.

Shifts - flexible and available to work across a variety of shifts, including days, nights, and weekends.

Make a lasting impact by building meaningful relationships.

At Thornbury Community Services (TCS), we believe exceptional care starts with genuine connections. We’re looking for Support Worker within Mental Health Services / Support Worker within Learning Disability Services who are committed to making a real difference—people who truly care and want to build long-term partnerships with those they support.

This isn’t just a job; it’s an opportunity to empower individuals with A SD and Learning Disability to live safe, fulfilled lives. You’ll help clients achieve personal goals, explore new hobbies, and enjoy trips into the community—all while creating relationships that bring lasting satisfaction for both you and them.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver person-centered care within the client’s own home.
• Maintain safety whilst making positive risk decisions.
• Enrich life and promote independence.
• Build trust and long-term relationships that make every day meaningful.

What We Offer

We value our support workers and provide a benefits package designed to help you thrive:

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – confidential wellbeing support.
• Travel and mileage expenses – reimbursed for your shifts.
• Exceptional pay rates – among the highest in the UK.
• Bespoke training and competency development – keep growing in your career.

What We’re Looking For

We want passionate, resilient professionals who can commit to delivering care without exception. To join our team, you’ll need:

• 12 months UK-based experience in a community setting.
• Confidence in maintaining risk and using physical intervention where required.
• Confidence in utilising PBS standards within services.
• Strong personal values and ethical standards.
• Dedication, commitment and stability.
• A genuine desire to build lasting relationships and make a positive impact.

Why Choose TCS?

Joining Thornbury means joining a compassionate team that values people—not just as clients, but as individuals. You’ll enjoy job satisfaction, and the chance to make a difference that lasts.