Support Worker (Learning Disabilities & Autism)
Salary: £25,740 per annum + Benefits.
Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.
Job type: Full-Time, Permanent.
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week. Shifts between 07:00–22:00, including nights 22:00–07:00 on a rota basis.
Job Overview
We have a fantastic new opportunity for a Learning Disabilities & Autism Support Worker to join a growing supported living service, delivering high-quality care and support to adults with autism and learning disabilities. As a Support Worker you will provide person‑centred support, enabling individuals to develop daily living skills, build confidence and engage in meaningful community activities. The Registered Manager encourages a creative and proactive approach, empowering the team to deliver innovative, outcome‑focused support.
Responsibilities
- Provide person‑centred care aligned with individual care plans.
- Promote independence by supporting daily living skills and encouraging autonomy.
- Assist with personal care in a respectful, dignified and compassionate manner.
- Facilitate community engagement and enable participation in social, leisure and community activities.
- Develop positive relationships with individuals, families and professionals.
- Support care planning, risk assessments and outcome‑focused support.
- Maintain accurate records, completing documentation, reports and daily notes in line with standards.
- Follow safeguarding procedures, health and safety and best practice compliance.
- Promote emotional wellbeing and inclusion for a balanced lifestyle.
- Collaborate with colleagues and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality care.
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism.
- Proven experience in a support worker, care assistant or healthcare environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Compassionate, patient and person‑centred approach.
- Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings and nights.
- Understanding of safeguarding, health and safety and care planning.
Desirable Requirements
- Experience in supported living, residential care or community care settings.
- Knowledge of autism support, behavioural support or complex needs.
- Relevant Health and Social Care qualification or training.
- Experience with documentation, care records and compliance standards.
Benefits
- Supportive and friendly working environment.
- In‑house training and development opportunities.
- Employee health plans.
- Employee perks scheme including Blue Light Card.
- Pension scheme.
- Increasing holiday allowance with service.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
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