Purpose of the Role
To provide high-quality support to adults with a learning disability attending the day service, promoting independence, inclusion, dignity, and choice. Bank staff will cover sessions on a flexible basis, ensuring the service is responsive to the needs of individuals and maintains safe staffing levels.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
* Support service users to participate in daily activities, learning opportunities, and community involvement in line with person-centred care plans.
* Assist with personal care where required, respecting privacy and dignity always.
* Encourage independence, confidence, and positive wellbeing through meaningful engagement.
* Promote inclusion by supporting service users to access the community, appointments, and social activities.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment.
* Accurately record and maintain documentation, including daily notes, incident reports, and care plan updates.
* Follow safeguarding, confidentiality, health & safety, and organisational policies always.
* Attend mandatory training and contribute to team meetings when required.
* Respond flexibly to the changing needs of the service and individuals supported.
Person Specification
Essential:
* Caring, compassionate, and patient approach.
* Good communication skills (written and verbal).
* Ability to work flexibly as part of a team or independently.
* Commitment to promoting independence, dignity, and respect.
* Willingness to undertake training (e.g., safeguarding, manual handling, first aid).
Desirable:
* Previous experience in a care, support, or day service setting.
* Knowledge of learning disabilities, autism, or mental health support.
Additional Information
* This is a bank/relief role, meaning hours are offered on an as-and-when-needed basis to cover staff absence, holiday, or busy periods.
* Flexibility is essential, and sessions may include weekdays, weekends, or evenings depending on the needs of the service.
Pay: From £13.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Flexitime
Work Location: In person