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Support Worker

Job Posted: 6 hours ago

Salary: £ 12.3 - 12.4 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent Contract , Temporary
Location: RG20, Chieveley, West Berkshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Support Worker – Learning Disabilities

Location: Newbury Area
Hours: Full-time or part-time (flexible to meet service needs)
Salary: £12.30–£12.40 per hour (dependent on experience)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are recruiting Support Workers to provide person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities living in their own homes. The role focuses on promoting independence, wellbeing and inclusion, enabling individuals to live fulfilling, meaningful lives as valued members of their community.

You will work as part of a supportive team to deliver high-quality care, promote safety, and empower people to develop daily living skills, access social and leisure activities, and build confidence.

This role involves a mixture of practical support, emotional support and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

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    Build warm, trusting, professional relationships

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    Promote emotional wellbeing, dignity and independence

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    Support with daily living skills, personal safety and community access

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    Encourage people to express their views and make informed choices

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    Respond to individual needs in line with person-centred plans

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    Support with budgeting, benefits and tenancy responsibilities

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    Assist with accessing health appointments and wellbeing activities

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    Contribute to service users’ notes, reviews and support planning

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    Work within agreed protocols to support individuals with complex needs

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    Provide practical support, encouragement and therapeutic engagement

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    Support people who may present challenging behaviours using positive strategies

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    Assist with mobility needs, including wheelchairs and hoists where required

Person Specification

We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate:

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    A warm, person-centred and respectful approach

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    Good verbal and written communication skills

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    Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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    Confidence supporting people with a variety of needs

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    Patience, resilience and the ability to stay calm under pressure

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    A non-judgemental, inclusive and empowering attitude

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    Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends or sleep-ins

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    Commitment to training and ongoing development

Desirable:

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    Experience supporting people with learning disabilities

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    NVQ/Diploma in Health & Social Care

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    Driving licence and access to a car

What We Offer

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    Flexible hours

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    Paid training and development

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    Opportunity to complete Level 3 Health & Social Care Diploma

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    Supportive working environment

Apply Now

If you are passionate about empowering individuals with learning disabilities to live active, independent lives, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today for an immediate interview

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