Support Worker - Complex Needs, Mental Health & Learning Disabilities
CM - 20
- From £13.00 per hour
- Various locations across the region
- Temporary
Join Our Growing Healthcare Team
We are seeking experienced and dedicated Agency Support Workers to support our private and public sector clients across a variety of health and social care settings. This is an excellent opportunity for compassionate individuals who are passionate about improving the lives of people with complex needs, autism, mental health conditions, and learning disabilities.
You will have the flexibility to work across a range of environments, including:
- Residential care services
- Supported living schemes
- Supported housing services
- Schools and educational settings
- Community and outreach services
- Specialist complex care environments
The Role
As an Agency Support Worker, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred support that promotes independence, dignity, choice, and positive outcomes for the individuals you support.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing person-centred care and support tailored to individual needs
- Supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs, and complex behaviours
- Promoting independence, life skills, and community inclusion
- Encouraging and supporting service users to achieve positive outcomes
- Implementing Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies
- Using verbal de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations safely and effectively
- Maintaining accurate records and reporting any concerns appropriately
- Working collaboratively with families, professionals, and multidisciplinary teams
- Ensuring safeguarding procedures and best practices are always followed
Requirements
To be considered for this role, applicants must have:
- A minimum of 12 months UK-based experience within health and social care
- Experience supporting individuals with:
- Autism Spectrum Conditions
- Learning Disabilities
- Mental Health Needs
- Complex Behaviours and Challenging Behaviour
- Understanding and application of:
- Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
- Verbal de-escalation techniques
- Person-centred care practices
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A flexible and professional approach to work
Desirable
- Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle (preferred but not essential)
- Relevant Health & Social Care qualifications
- Experience working within multiple care settings
What We Offer
- Flexible shifts to suit your availability
- Weekly pay
- Competitive hourly rates
- Opportunities to work across a variety of services
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Dedicated support from our experienced team
- Rewarding work that genuinely makes a difference to people's lives
Apply Today
If you are a caring, resilient, and experienced Support Worker who is passionate about supporting individuals with complex needs to live fulfilling and independent lives, we would love to hear from you.
Join our team and help deliver outstanding care and support across a range of specialist health and social care services.
Nick
Branch Manager
