Location: Islington, N5
Pay Rate: £15.04 per hour
Contract: Ongoing
Shift Patterns:
Monday to Friday
9:00am – 4:00pm
About the Role
Nocturnal Recruitment Solutions are looking for a Support Worker to join a day centre based in Islington. The ideal candidate will have previous experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and be passionate about promoting independence, inclusion and wellbeing. The successful candidate will provide person-centred support to individuals attending the day centre, helping them participate in meaningful activities, develop their independence and engage positively within the community. This role offers a competitive rate of £15.04 per hour, with consistent weekday hours from 9:00am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday.
Role Overview
As a Support Worker, you will play an important role in supporting adults with learning disabilities to lead fulfilling and meaningful lives. You will encourage individuals to develop their skills, make choices, build positive relationships and participate in day-centre and community activities. We are looking for someone who is patient, compassionate and committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support. The successful candidate will understand the importance of dignity, safeguarding and professional boundaries while helping service users maintain their independence and engage with their local community. Previous experience working with adults with learning disabilities is essential for this role.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities, respecting their individual needs, preferences and choices.
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Assist service users in participating in day-centre activities and community-based programmes.
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Promote independence, choice, inclusion and personal development.
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Build positive, professional and trusting relationships with service users.
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Support individuals with daily routines and meaningful activities.
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Encourage social interaction, communication and community participation.
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Follow individual support plans, risk assessments and organisational procedures.
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Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with colleagues.
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Promote safeguarding, dignity, respect and the overall wellbeing of service users.
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Identify and respond appropriately to individuals' changing needs and concerns.
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Work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality support.
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Maintain professional boundaries and follow all relevant safeguarding policies and procedures.
Essential Requirements
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Previous experience working with adults with learning disabilities.
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A good understanding of learning disabilities and person-centred support.
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Experience in a day centre, care, community support or similar setting is desirable.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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A patient, compassionate and respectful approach to supporting others.
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Ability to encourage independence, choice and participation.
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Good understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
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Ability to follow support plans and organisational procedures.
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Reliable, responsible and committed approach to work.
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Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
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Flexibility and commitment to the Monday–Friday, 9:00am–4:00pm working pattern.
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Right to work in the UK.
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Enhanced DBS clearance, where required for the role.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Support Worker with a strong background in supporting adults with learning disabilities. You will be confident in delivering person-centred care, encouraging independence and helping service users participate in meaningful activities both within the day centre and in the wider community. You will demonstrate patience, empathy and excellent communication skills, alongside a clear understanding of safeguarding, dignity and professional boundaries. Reliability, a positive attitude and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable adults are essential
Salary description
£15.04 - £15.04 per hour