Specialist Support Worker - Autism & Learning Disabilities
Delphi, The Park, City of Nottingham
Specialist Support Worker - Autism & Learning Disabilities
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Delphi, The Park, City of Nottingham
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 6 days ago, 15 Aug | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 7b95616699594c5ea213f30d7a4f3892
Location ref: The Park, City of Nottingham
Full Job Description
Delphi Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a specialist residential service in Nottingham supporting adults with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs, and behaviours of concern. We are looking for experienced Support Workers who are confident supporting individuals with complex needs and who understand the importance of delivering consistent, person-centred care. This is a full-time role working a mixture of day and night shifts on a rolling rota. Main Duties
- Provide high-quality support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.
- Promote independence, dignity, choice, and wellbeing.
- Support individuals with daily living activities and personal development.
- Follow care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies.
- Support service users to access activities and engage within the local community.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and healthcare professionals.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Report changes in needs, behaviours, or wellbeing.
- Safeguard vulnerable adults and follow all policies and procedures.
- Participate in training, supervision, and team meetings.
Essential - At least 12 months' experience working within adult social care in the UK.
- Experience supporting individuals with:
- Autism
- Learning Disabilities
- Mental Health Needs
- Behaviours of Concern
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work both day and night shifts.
- Right to work in the UK. Desirable
- NVQ/RQF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care.
- Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) experience.
- Residential care experience.
- Full UK driving licence.
Competitive hourly rate of £13.49 - £14.40 - Annual attendance/performance-related bonus
- NEST Pension Scheme (5% employer contribution)
- Meals provided whilst on duty
- Free on-site parking
- 5.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays
- Training and development opportunities Pre-Employment Checks Successful applicants will be subject to:
- Enhanced DBS check
- Employment references
- Right to work checks
- Safer recruitment procedures No visa sponsorship is available for this role.