Job Purpose:
To provide high-quality, person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities in a day centre setting. The role involves supporting individuals to develop life skills, participate in meaningful activities, and promote independence, choice, and inclusion within the community.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support service users in their daily activities while following their personalised activity planner.
* Assist individuals with personal care tasks, where required, maintaining dignity and respect at all times.
* Work closely with service users to develop and implement person-centred support plans and goals.
* Promote independence and encourage service users to make choices about their own lives.
* Support individuals in accessing community services, attending appointments, and participating in off-site activities.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including support plans, risk assessments, and daily notes.
* Liaise with families, carers, and professionals involved in the care and support of service users.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the development of the service.
* Ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of service users and colleagues in all activities.
* Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns in line with organisational policy
Person Specification:
Essential:
* Experience of working with adults with learning disabilities or within a care/support environment.
* Understanding of person-centred care and support planning.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative.
* Patience, empathy, and a positive, respectful attitude.
* Basic IT skills and ability to complete written records.
* Commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding principles.
* Willingness to participate in relevant training and development.
Additional Information:
* A DBS check will be required for this role.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From £12.25 per hour
Expected hours: 22 – 27 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person