Job Title: Support Worker
Agency: PST Group
Location: LE19, Glen Parva, Leicestershire
Salary/Rate: £15 – £17 per hour

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Job Summary

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

How to Apply;

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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