At a Glance
- Tasks: Support adults with autism and learning disabilities in their daily activities and personal development.
- Company: Delphi Care Solutions, a specialist residential service in Nottingham.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, annual bonuses, free meals, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Full-time role with flexible shifts and excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: 12 months' experience in adult social care and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 14.4 - 14.4 £ per hour.
- Description
- Specialist Support Worker - Autism & Learning Disabilities
- Nottingham (NG8)
- (depending on experience and qualifications)
- Permanent, Full-Time
- 42 Hours per Week
- 12-Hour Shifts (Days & Nights)
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position.
About the Role
Delphi Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a specialist residential service in Nottingham supporting adults with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs, and behaviours of concern.
We are looking for experienced Support Workers who are confident supporting individuals with complex needs and who understand the importance of delivering consistent, person-centred care.
This is a full-time role working a mixture of day and night shifts on a rolling rota.
Main Duties
- Provide high-quality support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.
- Promote independence, dignity, choice, and wellbeing.
- Support individuals with daily living activities and personal development.
- Follow care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies.
- Support service users to access activities and engage within the local community.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and healthcare professionals.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Report changes in needs, behaviours, or wellbeing.
- Safeguard vulnerable adults and follow all policies and procedures.
- Participate in training, supervision, and team meetings.
Requirements
Essential
- At least 12 months' experience working within adult social care in the UK.
• Experience supporting individuals with
- Autism
- Learning Disabilities
- Mental Health Needs
- Behaviours of Concern
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work both day and night shifts.
- Right to work in the UK.
Desirable
- NVQ/RQF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care.
- Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) experience.
- Residential care experience.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Hours
- Permanent full-time contract
- Average 42 hours per week
- 12-hour shifts
- 8am to 8pm or 8pm to 8am
- Includes weekends and bank holidays
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate of £13.49 - £14.40
- Annual attendance/performance-related bonus
- NEST Pension Scheme (5% employer contribution)
- Meals provided whilst on duty
- Free on-site parking
- 5.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays
- Training and development opportunities
- Pre-Employment Checks
Successful applicants will be subject to
- Enhanced DBS check
- Employment references
- Right to work checks
- Safer recruitment procedures
No visa sponsorship is available for this role.
Specialist Support Worker - Autism & Learning Disabilities in Nottingham employer: Delphi Care Solutions
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