Support Worker

Location: Sutton Coldfield
Salary: £11.75 per hour
Shift Pattern: 3 on / 3 off (8am-8pm or 8pm-8am) - Days and Nights Available

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young adults with learning disabilities? Do you have experience in providing support to individuals on the autism spectrum? If so, we want to hear from you!

Howard Finley Care are seeking dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join our clients specialist Learning Disabilities service in Sutton Coldfield. This role involves supporting young adults with autism and other learning disabilities, that includes challenging behaviour and helping them to live fulfilling, independent lives.

• Provide person-centred care and support to young adults with learning disabilities and autism.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration.
• Support individuals in accessing community resources and engaging in social and recreational activities.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with service users, families, and other professionals.
• Monitor and report on the progress and well-being of the individuals you support.

• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience working with individuals with learning disabilities, particularly those on the autism spectrum.
• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or currently working towards it).
• Skills: Strong communication skills, patience, and a genuine desire to help others achieve their goals.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work a 3 on / 3 off shift pattern, including both day and night shifts.

• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• Internal progression is priortised.
• Supportive team environment with ongoing supervision and guidance.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young adults with learning disabilities.

If you are interested in this role, please apply with your most up to date CV. Alternatively, contact Maddie on Applyto discuss the vacancy further.

Howard Finley acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. As part of our recruitment process, we will retain your CV for a period of one year to enable us to consider you for future roles. After this period, your CV will be deleted.