Learning Disabilities Support Worker

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Cygnet is currently looking for a confident Learning Disabilities Support Worker (Days) with a passion for delivering outstanding care to join our team at Glyn House
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We are currently recruiting for full-time working 42 hours a week (07:45 am till 08:00 pm, including alternative weekends), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Glyn House.

Glyn House supports people with autism, learning disabilities and complex behavioural support needs. We provide specialist care and support which is tailored to individual needs, promoting independence and community integration.

This service provides specialist care for those on their care pathway from children’s to adult services. It also supports young adults who require highly tailored interventions to address their individual needs effectively.

• Adults (Male & Female) from the age of 18 years and beyond.
• Primary diagnosis of autism and learning disability
• Those who may present challenging behaviours and complex needs

• Previous care experience working with adults with Autism or Learning Disabilities (Required)
• Understanding of Challenging Behaviour (Desirable)
• Positive Attitude and Caring Approach (Required)
• Strong Communication Skills (Required)
• Able to work as part of a team (Required)
• Flexible approach to support work and shift patterns to facilitate a range of community activities (Required)

• Supporting and Assisting Residents in their day-to-day lives
• Assisting residents with personal hygiene whilst promoting independence
• Attending local community events, networks and venues, including cinema, swimming baths, and local shops.
• Promoting and Supporting residents with personal development and learning new life skills
• Updating and recording resident records to help monitor health and well-being
• Providing emotional and physical support

• Salary: £13.15 – £13.70 Per Hour
• Fully Paid Training and Induction
• Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support
• NHS Discounts, Employee Discount Savings & Cycle to Work scheme and much more.

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

What next? If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.