Prestige Staffing and Training Group Ltd
Role Overview
Support a young person in his early 20s who has learning disabilities and may present challenging behaviour. The Support Worker will promote independence, safety, and positive outcomes through daily person-centred support within a caring home environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day support to the individual, including personal care, daily living tasks, and community access.
- Support positive behaviour strategies and respond to challenging behaviour in line with agreed plans and risk assessments.
- Encourage independence and skill development appropriate to the individual’s needs.
- Support routines at home and during activities, maintaining a calm, respectful approach.
- Use Makaton to communicate effectively (training/experience required).
- Work on a rota basis, including evenings/weekends as required, supporting full-time hours.
- Work comfortably in a home environment with pets (dogs and a cat).
- Support safe participation in leisure activities, including swimming (must be able to swim).
Requirements
- At least 12 months of relevant UK care experience.
- Confident and experienced in supporting adults with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour.
- Able to communicate using Makaton (knowledge of signing/communication supported by Makaton).
- Able to swim and comfortable supporting swimming-related activities.
- Comfortable working around pets (dogs and a cat).
- A valid UK driving licence is preferable.
- Flexible, reliable, and able to work full time on a rota without requiring sponsorship.
Hours and Location
- Full-time position.
- Working on a rota basis.
- Location: LE19
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