Job Type: Full-time
Location: Hull
Salary: £14- £16ph
Shift Pattern: Flexible working – Bank
Join Our Team as a Learning Disability Support Worker in Hull and surrounding area
Are you a caring and experienced Learning Disability Support Worker or Community Support Worker looking for a rewarding new opportunity in Hull and surrounding areas? We’re a leading health and social care provider seeking passionate individuals to support young people with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour in the community.
This role is ideal for a resilient, patient, and compassionate support worker who is committed to helping individuals achieve independence, confidence and a better quality of life.
What We Offer Our Care Team
We value our team and offer a rewarding package for this role in Newcastle and surrounding areas:
* A competitive salary of £14- £16ph
* Rota’s 4 weeks in advance
* Ongoing training and development, including specialist clinical refreshers.
* Supportive management and clear career progression opportunities.
* Access to your holiday pot at any time, release the funds when you need it most.
* 24/7 support, always somebody on hand to advise and help
Your Responsibilities as a Community Support Worker
As a Support Worker specialising in learning disabilities and complex needs, your key duties will include:
• Providing consistent, person-centred support to young people with learning disabilities and complex needs in their homes and local community.
• Planning and facilitating engaging, structured activities to build independence and social confidence.
• Supporting with daily living skills including meal planning, shopping, dietary needs and personal routines.
• Applying PMVA techniques and de-escalation strategies to safely manage challenging behaviours.
• Maintaining accurate and professional digital care notes, risk assessments, and incident reports.
• Collaborating with families, carers, and multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs) to ensure positive outcomes.
Essential Requirements
To be successful in this Learning Disability Support Worker role, you must have:
At least 12 months’ experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour.
• PMVA training
• Strong de-escalation and behaviour management skills.
• Experience promoting independent living skills such as routines and nutrition.
• Confidence using digital care planning systems for accurate record keeping.
• A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (Right to Work documentation required)
* NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People or Adults).
Desirable Qualifications
• First Aid training or equivalent
Salary description
£14.00 - £16.00 per hour