Learning support worker jobs in United Kingdom

Job Title: Semi-Independent Placement Support Worker Location: Ashford and Maidstone, Kent Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (Shift-based) Salary: Negotiable depending on experience. Job Overview: As a 24-Hour Semi-Independent Placement Support Worker, you will provide practical and emotional support to young people age 16 - 18 year old placed in semi-independent living settings. These individuals may include young adults and those transitioning from care settings. You will be responsible for ensuring the individuals' safety, well-being, and helping them develop independent living skills. This role will involve a combination of day and night shifts, including weekends, to provide consistent care and support. Key Responsibilities: Support and Empowerment: Assist individuals in achieving personal goals and developing independent living skills, such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting, personal care, and time management. Encourage and support clients in decision-making and problem-solving to increase independence. Promote the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of the individuals, ensuring they feel respected and valued. Monitoring and Reporting: Observe and record the progress, challenges, and achievements of each individual. Ensure accurate records are maintained as required. Provide regular updates to senior staff or case managers regarding any significant changes in the individual's needs or behavior. Report any incidents, safeguarding concerns, or issues promptly in accordance with policy and procedures. Health and Safety: Ensure a safe living environment for all individuals, complying with health and safety regulations. Respond to emergencies and manage crises, using de-escalation techniques and following procedures. Skill Building and Social Inclusion: Support individuals in accessing community resources and social activities to encourage social interaction and integration. Work with individuals to improve life skills such as communication, problem-solving, and personal development. Collaboration and Teamwork: Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including social workers, psychologists, and healthcare professionals, to ensure holistic care for each individual. Attend team meetings and contribute to care planning, reviews, and updates. Shift-Based Work: Provide 24-hour support, including day shifts, waking night shifts, and sleep-ins as required. Ensure continuity of care during all shifts, maintaining high standards of practice and consistent support. Qualifications & Experience: Essential: Experience in care, support work, or a related field, ideally within semi-independent living or supported accommodation. Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to work flexibly and as part of a team. Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and respecting privacy. Ability to manage challenging behaviour and difficult situations. Desirable: Relevant qualification in health and social care (e.g., NVQ Level 2 or 3, Diploma in Health & Social Care). First aid certification. Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, mental health conditions, or other specific needs. Personal Qualities: Compassionate, patient, and empathetic. Resilient and able to manage stressful situations. Proactive and able to work independently with minimal supervision. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Additional Information: A valid DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check will be required for the successful applicant. The role involves shift work, including evenings, weekends, and potentially sleep-in shifts. If you are passionate about empowering individuals and helping them achieve their full potential, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team.

Band 3 Male Autistic support worker needed, full time working on a weekly rota basis within a four person team. You must have at least 3/4 years of experience in working with individual who have complex health needs, nonverbal, learning disabilities, ASD clients. A full UK driving licence, A UK work permit visa,UK citizenship. Your role will involve supporting the client with full personal care, lifeskills, preparing halal meals etc, administrate medication/suppositories, work under pressure, flexible, trustworthy, working under the instruction/liaison with clients family, to help manage the clients activities and daily routines. A good knowldge of using picture storys for communication, a good knowledge of how to manage safe guarding around challenging behaviours and restraint compliance. The ability to use creative thinking to improve the clients motivation and help encourage client’s independence, to achieve higher goals. Assist with arranging appointments liaising with clinical teams maintaining the clients flat, manage clients complex bladder, gut, bowel needs. Keep records of mointoring and changes in health. a clean licence is a must, patience and tolerance, at lets a GCSE in English, speak and write fluent English, the client can also speak a little urdu and Arabic, 2 reference. The job provides 5 weeks paid annual leave, a lovely room when carry out sleeping night/waking nights, good pay rate £18 Only serious clients with experience and fluent English apply.

Job description ***This is not just a job, you will make a difference to the people you support! *** People in Action are a Charity Organisation, supporting vulnerable adults to live independent lives, within their own homes and own community. Founded in the 1980’s by our Trustee Jeff, we are still continuing to grow, with services expanding. Working across Warwickshire, we deliver Person Centred Care to all of our Customers. Working as the Support Worker you will support clients in all aspects of day-to-day life, from personal care to shopping, managing bills, attending medical appointments, accessing the local community, and many more. No two shifts are ever the same, and you will learn something new every day! You will have fun with our customers, become a reliable and trusted Support Worker, kind and caring, and be involved in their development and daily life. *** Paid training for all new starters *** We offer continuous fully funded development for our teams, providing them with the opportunity to work towards vocational qualifications within the care sector, if they so wish to do so. Responsibilities: -Provide support and assistance to individuals with physical, intellectual, or developmental disabilities -Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration -Promote independence and encourage individuals to participate in community activities. --Maintain a safe and clean environment for individuals in accordance with health and safety regulations -Document and report any changes or concerns regarding the well-being of individuals -Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to ensure the highest quality of care. -Strong communication and interpersonal skills -Ability to work independently and as part of a team -Compassionate and patient demeanor -Ability to handle challenging situations with empathy and professionalism Your own transport is essential for this role. Successful candidates must hold a valid UK drivers license and have access to a vehicle. We offer an in depth, face to face, new starter training program for all new applicants, along with continuous learning for all existing staff members. Training is essential for you to commence employment with us. You will be required to be flexible to attend the 10 days paid training. Some of this training will be based at our Head Office in Nuneaton, Warwickshire Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Pay: £11.44-£11.94 per hour Expected hours: 16 – 40 per week

We are seeking a youthful and enthusiastic health support worker to be employed in a care home, assisting clients with Learning Disabilities and Autism. The responsibilities include aiding them with appointments, shopping, and cleaning. Training will be given.