Learning disability jobs in United Kingdom

Business Development Manager Job Description About Us: We are a leading supported living care provider for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, and substance misuse. Our mission is to empower individuals by delivering high-quality, person-centered care and support in a safe, nurturing environment. We are committed to improving lives, fostering independence, and promoting inclusion within the community. Job Overview: The Business Development Manager will play a critical role in driving the growth and expansion of our services. This individual will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and developing strong relationships with commissioners, local authorities, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders in the adult care sector. The role requires a proactive and innovative approach to ensure that our supported living services reach those who need them the most. Key Responsibilities: - Identify New Business Opportunities: Research and identify opportunities for new supported living placements and service expansions, including tendering for contracts, working with local authorities, and networking with key stakeholders in the healthcare and social care sectors. - Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with commissioners, local authorities, healthcare professionals, care teams, and other stakeholders to ensure the company is well-positioned for future business opportunities. - Tender and Proposal Development: Lead the preparation and submission of high-quality tenders and proposals for new business opportunities, ensuring compliance with regulations and tailoring proposals to meet the specific needs of clients. - Market Intelligence: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, funding changes, regulatory updates, and best practices within the supported living, learning disability, autism, mental health, and substance misuse sectors. Provide strategic insights to the leadership team to drive business decisions. - Develop Marketing Strategies: Work with the marketing team to develop and execute marketing strategies, including digital presence, events, and promotional materials that effectively communicate the company’s values, services, and impact. - Collaboration with Internal Teams: Work closely with the Operations, Care, and Quality teams to ensure that service delivery meets the needs and expectations of commissioners, clients, and families. - Contract Negotiation and Management: Negotiate terms and manage contracts to ensure the successful delivery of services in line with business objectives and client requirements. - Monitoring and Reporting: Track and report on business development activities, including pipeline management, sales targets, and revenue forecasts. Analyze and report on performance to senior leadership. Essential Qualifications and Skills: - Experience: At least 3-5 years of experience in business development, sales, or partnership management within the health and social care sector, particularly in supported living or related services for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health, and/or substance misuse. - Knowledge: Strong understanding of the regulatory landscape, funding structures, and challenges within the supported living sector. Knowledge of the local authority commissioning process is a plus. - Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build rapport with a range of stakeholders, including senior executives, commissioners, and healthcare professionals. - Negotiation Skills: Proven ability to negotiate contracts and secure new business opportunities with stakeholders. - Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute a business development strategy aligned with the company's overall goals. - Organizational Skills: Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. - Qualifications: A degree in business, healthcare management, social work, or a related field is desirable but not essential. Relevant industry certifications will be a plus. Desirable Attributes: - Ability to understand and work within the unique challenges of the supported living and adult care sectors. - Compassionate and empathetic approach to supporting vulnerable adults and an understanding of person-centered care. - A proactive, goal-oriented mindset with a passion for improving the lives of those in need. - Strong networking abilities and experience working with diverse teams and community organizations. Benefits: - Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. - Opportunity for career progression and professional development. - Flexible working hours and the possibility of hybrid working. - Pension scheme. - Access to health and wellbeing support programs. - 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays). How to Apply: If you are passionate about business development in the supported living sector and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable adults, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

Maryam's is a brand new modern nursery based in SE1. We are collaborative, fun and inclusive. We do things differently, so don’t expect the ordinary. We care, we listen, we’re constantly learning from each other and refining our craft, we value teamwork over individual success and we’re always fun to work with, even in the trickiest of situations! We are now looking for Early Years Practitioners to join our expanding nursery. We have full-time options available. The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Benefits - Salary up to £22,000 to £24,500 - Career and development opportunities - Free training provided - Fully funded qualification in Early Years and Management to support career progression - Refer a friend bonus up to £500 - Paid overtime - Company pension Day to day - Prepare and complete activities based on children's stage of development and interests - Contribute to planning and evaluation of activities - Develop strong partnerships with parents/carers - Provide an inclusive environment for colleagues,children and visitors - Safeguard the children: safeguarding everyone's responsibility Requirements: - Qualified Early Years Educator (L2/L3/L6, QTS,EYTS) - Looking for a meaningful job and passionate about child education - Can do attitude - Available to work all year round - Suitable references and DBS checks Disclaimer: We are an equal opportunity and a Disability Confident Committed Employer. All successful candidates will need to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check .

Everyone has hopes, dreams and ambitions, for some of us it is more difficult to turn them into reality. At St Albans Mencap we believe everyone is unique and deserves the chance to reach out and create their own future. SNAP (Special Needs Activities and Play) is an organisation that offers respite care to children and young people aged 5 to 19 years old, who have learning disabilities of varying severity. Some service users may also have physical or sensory disabilities and/or behaviour that is challenging. We aim to provide stimulating play opportunities and good quality childcare, tailored to meet the needs of children and young adults with special needs. We run ongoing Saturday clubs during school term-time in both Hemel Hempstead and St Albans, as well as running Playschemes during the Easter, Christmas, Summer, and half term school holidays. Staff can choose which of our dates they would like to work, allowing for flexibility around other commitments. All staff are provided with training opportunities to enable us to provide a high standard service. Some of our training opportunities include: Safeguarding, Paediatric First Aid, Epilepsy Awareness and Seizure Response, and Moving & Handling. Our roles will give you the chance to enjoy a variety of challenging and rewarding experiences. Being part of the St Albans Mencap team enables you to meet new friends and gain life and work experience in a setting you may currently be unfamiliar with. It can also count towards your Duke of Edinburgh Award and shows commitment to supporting your local community, which ultimately looks great when applying for college, university places, or even a new job. We also have opportunities for staff to progress to Play Leading positions for those interested in leadership and management. Positions are subject to satisfactory DBS check and references.

Holly Bush Nursing Home is based in Stanmore / Harrow and is registered to care for up to 12 adults with learning disabilities. We are looking to expand our dedicated team of carers to assist in maintaining a high standard of personal care. Job Description: The Ideal candidate will be patient and friendly with good communication skills. You should be able to follow instructions and perform a variety of tasks to help our service users. To share the personal care and support needs of service users with other staff members of the team in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes their independence. The care and support provided by Care and Support Workers is expected to include support that would reasonably be given by members of the service user's family and is not to include tasks that would normally be undertaken by a trained nurse. Principal responsibilities To assist service users who need help getting up and going to bed in the morning and evenings, including dressing and undressing, washing, bathing and going to the toilet. To help service users with their mobility and with any physical disabilities, including incontinence and use of personal aids and equipment. To care for service users who are temporarily sick and need bed nursing and help with feeding etc. To provide care and support for service users who are terminally ill. To help in the promotion of mental and physical activities of service users through talking, outings, reading, writing, hobbies and recreations. To make and change beds, light cleaning, emptying commodes and general tidying. To inspect, launder and mend customers' clothes. To set tables and trays, prepare and serve light meals, clearing away and washing up. To read and write reports and be involved in service users reviews and training activities. To adhere to all the nursing homes policies and procedures at all times. To report either to the Manager or Nurse on duty any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a service users. To encourage the independence of service users wherever possible. It is considered essential that Care and Support Workers possess the following qualities: Self motivated & well organised. Flexible. Caring & sensitive to the needs of others. Ability to use own initiative. Ability to communicate effectively. SIMPLYCARE …"A Provider And Employer That Simply Cares !"

We are actively recruiting experienced support workers in the Central and Eastern areas of Hertfordshire to work with younger adults with Autism and Learning Disabilities, in their own homes for block visits. Empress Social Care Ltd is a family run dynamic organisation seeking committed individuals to compliment our vision for continuity, growth and expansion. We work closely with people in our care to identify and personally match workers to create a `bespoke team` specifically to meet the individuals social and personal care needs.

Job Details: Behaviour Support Technician Hourly Rate: £22 per Hour Probation Wage, Rising to £25 per Hour Post Probation Hours Available: Case Based (Varies) - Our Client scheduling and needs vary, with Hour Allocation from 3-6 Hours per Day, with some weekend services and some falling exclusively during term time. Additional Hours are provided for training and operational tasks assisting management with service development. Expected Number of Successful Applicants: 2 - 3 Working Hours: Varied, work days consist of 3-6 hour days, which include time to complete programme management tasks. We are seeking applicants for both weekend & weekday services and welcome applicants with a flexible or varied schedule. Job Area: Greater London Area Are you a New or Experienced Professional Motivated to Work with Neurodivergent people with complex needs? Selection Process The process of application will be: Interview & Shortlisting - Applicants will be shortlisted and contacted, with successful applicants invited to attend a short interview. Shortlist & Trial - If you are placed on the shortlist, you will receive contact and be asked to either attend a paid trial day at a reduced rate consisting of no more than 4 hours (£80 per applicant), or being asked if you are comfortable being placed on a waiting list until the current series of trials is completed and evaluated. You will receive confirmation of whether your trial was successful, and whether a position is being offered for you to join our team. Job Description Thank you for your interest! Role Description We are seeking friendly, reliable, and motivated applicants for a role supporting our Clients with autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, and complex needs. OBS provides a varied service offer to young people with additional needs in and around the Greater London area, primarily working with adults and their families to build individualised sustainable support systems that support our Clients to fulfil their potential. The programmes we provide are supported by a behavioural specialist acting as Programme Lead, who develops individualised support programmes to develop specific skills focused at increasing the client’s quality of life. The client is the centre of this role and their best interest and safeguarding must be considered in every stage of the support programme. An in date DBS check is required for this role, and training and development will be provided to ensure that you are ready and confident to undertake the responsibilities of the role. Client wellbeing and safeguarding will be at the centre of this role. You will teach skills to our Clients that support them to live independently, and in good health, as well as to support them to gain vocational skills that will help them to gain employment and engage in their community. We are seeking Technicians who have weekday and weekend availability. The role will be supported by a behavioural specialist who will provide individualised training on the role, as well as to support your skill development as a Behaviour Support Technician. ** Our Details** Your role will be directly managed by Otium Behaviour Services, with direct support, training, and oversight of your role being provided by our staff. The Director of Services will be responsible for your Line Management, training, programme development and monitoring, skill development plans, and safety and supporting documentation. Safeguarding responsibility will be shared across the parents and programme lead to ensure that there is always someone to report to confidentially in case of safeguarding concern. Otium Behaviour Services is a private specialist behaviour support provider that offers programme development, programme management, supporting documentation, and resource development services. ** Key Information for You** You will be employed by Otium Behaviour Services. The specialist who is managing the programmes described is qualified to an MSc level and has over 9 years of relevant experience to support you in your role. You will always have support from your fellow professionals and the organisation should you experience challenges in the role. Those interested in the role or more information on Otium Behaviour Services ** Your Details** We are looking for you if you are motivated to support young neurodivergent people! What are We Looking for In You? We are aware that people who want to work with neurodiverse people come from a variety of backgrounds. We want to support motivated people to gain skills in the industry and don’t want to immediately exclude candidates by mandating specific qualifications. All skills relevant to the role can be learned on the job and as there are many support methodologies used in different institutions we are aware that not all skills are transferable. That said, we do have a list of “good to have” qualifications at the end of this section, as well as a list of skills necessary to be able to effectively carry out the role in the long term. Key Skills Resilience - Neurodiverse clients often encounter serious barriers to accessing the world as easily as their typically developing peers. To support individuals who are experiencing extreme challenges requires you to be resilient and capable of putting the client first in all circumstances. Attention to Detail - Effective behaviour support strategies are dependent on accurate and reliable data on the skills being taught. The data is extremely important to decision making and taking data as you teach is a necessary element of the role. Reliability - The programmes our clients access include routines that they rely on. We will of course be understanding but want to ensure that we can always provide the client with the services that they need. Adaptability - Everyone is always still learning all the time. The programme will develop organically based on the clients needs as they develop. We are all on the same team and communicating is critical to ensure changes are made at the right time. ** Good to Have Qualifications** GCSE/A Level Equivalent - Especially in Maths, Sciences, or Psychology. Bachelors Qualifications - Especially BSc qualifications or qualifications in Social Care, Psychology, or Education. Any Behaviour Analytic qualification - Including Registered Behavioural Technician, qualifications in Positive Behavioural Support or Applied Behaviour Analysis, or Support Work and Social Work.

Do you considered yourself to be an experienced Registered Manager with a passion for delivering exceptional care? Are you ready to lead and deliver outstanding care services? Then you are the person we are looking for. We are recruiting for Registered Managers for Adult Residential homes: v Job Title: Registered Manager v Location: Winsford v Salary: £38,000 - £45,000 per annum depending on Experience v Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week If you are Deputy Manager or a senior with a background in managing an adult home or children home with learning disabilities and looking to take the next step in their careers, then this is your chance to take. Job Description: As the Registered Manager, you will play a vital role in leading and directing the team to ensure the highest standard of care is delivered to all residents. You will be responsible for medication management, team leadership, and promoting a positive environment conducive to the well-being of all residents. You will also be on-call on a rota basis. Our key Requirements: Proven experience in a managerial role within the healthcare sector. Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage a team Ability to manage on-call duties effectively. Flexible approach to working hours. Strong understanding of CQC regulations and standards. Commitment to providing high-quality care services. Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Licence/Certification: NVQ level 5 in Leadership and Management is preferred, or a willingness to work towards this. (Desirable) NVQ Level 3 (Required) UK driving license with the ability to commute to and from work independently Work Location: In person We support Adults with autism and learning difficulties, inclusive of complex communication, sensory, and behavioural support needs. We provide a great quality of care with a highly motivated and skilled staff team within our tailored needs-led settings. If this sounds like the job for you .... we would love to hear from you! Job Type: Full-time Pay: £38,951.71 - £45,951.71 per year Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred) Work Location: In person

About Us: World Privilege Plus is a leading membership-based rewards and lifestyle platform that offers exclusive discounts, privileges, and experiences to its members. By partnering with a vast network of renowned brands across travel, hospitality, retail, dining, and entertainment, we provide our corporate members with unparalleled value and access to a world of luxury and savings. Our mission is to enhance our members' lifestyles by curating exceptional offers and personalised experiences. Job Description: We are seeking dynamic and results-oriented Sales Executives to join our expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to build a rewarding career with a company that is at the forefront of the membership rewards industry. As a Sales Executive, you will be responsible for acquiring new members by effectively promoting the benefits and value of our membership program. Your role will involve generating leads, conducting sales presentations, and closing deals. You will be the face of World Privilege Plus, building strong relationships with potential members and providing exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will be an adaptive learner who has strong negotiating skills and an ability to showcase our offerings in a compelling way. We will initially supply you with leads. To emphasise, this is a remote working commission only position. Key Responsibilities: - Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the market. - Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients. - Business development opportunities / lead generation will be an active part of this role. - Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop effective strategies. - Generate leads through various channels, including cold calling, networking, and referrals. - Conduct compelling sales presentations to highlight the benefits of our membership program. - Negotiate and close deals aligned with sales targets. - Possess a strong understanding of the company’s products, the competition in the industry and positioning. - Understand the needs of your clients and be able to respond effectively. - Targeting of clients across all sectors to win new business - Work closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to a collaborative, high-performance environment. - Utilise software tools, including HubSpot to track progress. - Achieve weekly sales targets of 2-3 new Partnerships. - Provide exceptional customer service throughout the sales process. - Use strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with potential members. - Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment. - Undergo comprehensive training to develop in-depth product knowledge. Required skills: - Proven experience in a customer-facing sales role, particularly in B2B sales. - Experience of identifying and pursuing new business opportunities. - Demonstrated ability to prospect new business, including cold outreach and LinkedIn engagement. - Excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. - Self-motivated with a pro-active approach to sales. - A positive, enthusiastic, and outgoing personality. - Able to use HubSpot or experience of a similar CRM. - A results-driven mindset with a track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a changing environment. What We Offer: · Competitive remuneration package · Comprehensive training and development opportunities · Opportunities for career progression within a growing company · The chance to work with exclusive products and services · A supportive and dynamic work environment · Free membership To Apply: Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Note: This position is subject to a 3-month trial period. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: Potential earnings of up to £80,000 per year Additional pay: Commission pay. Benefits: Work from home. Work Location: Remote

Employment Type: Full-Time About Us Join a fast-growing education technology company committed to transforming learning through innovative solutions. We develop platforms and services that help learners and educators thrive, using cutting-edge technology to drive engagement and impact. Role Overview As our Account Manager (Advertising), you will play a pivotal role in driving and managing advertising campaigns, ensuring successful client relationships, and delivering optimal results. Leveraging your background in diverse fields such as advertising, real estate management, educational services, and B2B sales, you will excel in creating strategic ad solutions tailored to our clients in the education sector. Key Responsibilities Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients, understanding their advertising needs and business objectives. Campaign Strategy & Execution: Develop, manage, and optimize advertising campaigns that meet and exceed client expectations. Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with the product, sales, and marketing teams to ensure seamless campaign integration and top-quality service delivery. Market Analysis: Utilize insights from your background in goods sales, real estate, and advertising to deliver data-driven strategies that enhance ad performance. Performance Tracking & Reporting: Monitor and report on campaign performance, offering insights and actionable recommendations to clients. Qualifications Proven experience as an Account Manager or similar role, ideally in advertising or digital media. Solid understanding of advertising, real estate management, and sales industries. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a client-focused approach. Ability to handle multiple accounts and projects, with an eye for detail and a proactive problem-solving mindset. Familiarity with digital ad platforms and metrics (experience in educational technology is a plus). Why Join Us? Opportunity to work with leading educational clients and cutting-edge technology. A collaborative and innovative team culture. Competitive salary and growth potential in a rapidly expanding industry. Application Process If you're passionate about driving client success and want to be part of a transformative journey in educational technology, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your experience in relevant fields. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or disability.