Support Worker, Mental Health

Job Description:

Support Worker (Male) — NG7 Area  

### About the Role  
Support Worker required to provide person-centred, calm and proactive support to individuals in the NG7 area. The role is suitable for a male support worker with direct, practical experience supporting people with complex neurodiverse needs and associated emotional regulation challenges.  

This role includes hands-on support, community presence, and structured routines, with a strong emphasis on non-restrictive practice, positive approaches, and inclusive support, including LGBTQ+ inclusion.  

No sponsorship is available for this position.  

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Key Responsibilities  

Support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related communication and sensory needs.  

Provide consistent support for individuals with ADHD and, ideally, experience with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).  

Use trauma-informed practice, recognising the impact of trauma, attachment difficulties, and disrupted childhoods on behaviour and wellbeing.  

Apply Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) principles (or demonstrate a proactive, non-restrictive mindset even without formal PBS training).  

De-escalate anxiety/distress calmly and effectively, avoiding confrontation and using therapeutic, person-led strategies.  

Support the person’s exploration of gender identity where applicable. Maintain confidence and competence with LGBTQ+ inclusive practice as this forms a genuine part of the role.  

Promote independence, choice, dignity and safety through respectful day-to-day support.  

Support with routines, activities, and community engagement, recording relevant observations as required.  
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- ### Essential Requirements / Experience  

Direct experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).  
Experience supporting individuals with ADHD (and ideally FASD).  
Evidence of trauma-informed practice and/or experience supporting people with attachment difficulties or disrupted childhoods.

Experience of de-escalating anxiety/distress calmly without confrontation.  
Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) experience/training, or clear evidence of a proactive, non-restrictive approach to support even without formal PBS training.  
Demonstrable comfort and competence with LGBTQ+ inclusive practice, including supporting someone exploring gender identity.  
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- ### Location  

NG7 area  
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- ### Sponsorship  

No sponsorship available  
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- ### Personal Qualities  

Patient, respectful and emotionally steady approach.  
Ability to remain calm under pressure and use proactive, supportive strategies.  
Strong commitment to non-restrictive, person-centred support and dignity.  
Confidence working with neurodiverse presentations and trauma-informed needs.  

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How to Apply

Include a CV and a brief statement addressing relevant experience with: ASD, ADHD (and ideally FASD), trauma-informed practice, de-escalation, PBS/non-restrictive approaches, and LGBTQ+ inclusive practice