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Learning Disability Support Worker

Job Posted: 19 days ago

Salary: £ 14 - 16 / Hour
Job Type: Contract Temporary
Location: Huddersfield, Kirklees

Expire in: 8 days

Job Description

Learning Disability Support Worker
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Huddersfield
Salary: £14- £16ph
Shift Pattern: Flexible working – Bank

Join Our Team as a Learning Disability Support Worker in Huddersfield and surrounding area

Are you a caring and experienced Learning Disability Support Worker or Community Support Worker looking for a rewarding new opportunity in Huddersfield and surrounding areas? We’re a leading health and social care provider seeking passionate individuals to support young people with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour in the community.

This role is ideal for a resilient, patient, and compassionate support worker who is committed to helping individuals achieve independence, confidence and a better quality of life.

What We Offer Our Care Team

We value our team and offer a rewarding package for this role in Newcastle and surrounding areas:

  * A competitive salary of £14 -£16ph

  * Rota’s 4 weeks in advance

  * Ongoing training and development, including specialist clinical refreshers.

  * Supportive management and clear career progression opportunities.

  * Access to your holiday pot at any time, release the funds when you need it most.

  * 24/7 support, always somebody on hand to advise and help

Your Responsibilities as a Community Support Worker

As a Support Worker specialising in learning disabilities and complex needs, your key duties will include:

• Providing consistent, person-centred support to young people with learning disabilities and complex needs in their homes and local community.
• Planning and facilitating engaging, structured activities to build independence and social confidence.
• Supporting with daily living skills including meal planning, shopping, dietary needs and personal routines.
• Applying PMVA techniques and de-escalation strategies to safely manage challenging behaviours.
• Maintaining accurate and professional digital care notes, risk assessments, and incident reports.
• Collaborating with families, carers, and multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs) to ensure positive outcomes.

Essential Requirements

To be successful in this Learning Disability Support Worker role, you must have:

At least 12 months’ experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour.
• PMVA training
• Strong de-escalation and behaviour management skills.
• Experience promoting independent living skills such as routines and nutrition.
• Confidence using digital care planning systems for accurate record keeping.
• A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (Right to Work documentation required)

  * NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People or Adults).

Desirable Qualifications

• First Aid training or equivalent

Before You Apply

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Bank details.
National Insurance number.
Date of birth.

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