Learning Disabilities Support Worker - Female Applicants Only - Progressive Care : Job Details

Learning Disabilities Support Worker (Female Applicants Only – Genuine Occupational Requirement)

Due to the specific care needs of our residents, this post is open to female applicants only, in line with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

As a national leader in Social Care for over 25 years, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and making a real impact. Our nurturing and empowering culture allows us to deliver exceptional services through our highly skilled, committed, and multi-disciplinary teams.

We offer a range of services, including:

• Family Assessment
• Children’s Residential
• 16+ Supported Living
• Learning Disabilities

All of our services are designed to provide safety, growth, and independence for individuals and families.

Our Mission

At Progressive Care, our brand stands for trust, quality, and care. Every service we provide is thoughtfully designed to deliver excellence, consistency, and a meaningful impact. With a professional and person-centred approach, we ensure reliability and progress, creating lasting value for those we care and support.

Your Role as a Support Worker within Learning Disabilities Services:

• Assist with the care and support of our Young People aged 16 to 25 whilst ensuring that a homely environment is maintained.
• Contributing to meeting each individual’s physical, emotional, social and educational needs.
• Build positive relationships with the young people and support with their development – whilst ensuring that they are kept safe.
• Work within a Multi-disciplinary Team to advocate for each individual’s needs.
• Provide positive and meaningful life experiences for the young people to develop their skills and self-esteem.
• Provide calm and safe responses when Young People are unable to.
• Work in a Multi-disciplinary Team to provide a nurturing environment in which young people can develop and thrive.
• Promote independence through care and support with daily tasks such as cooking, travel etc.
• Complete key work responsibilities and maintain young people’s files.

Our Ideal Candidate should:

• Be willing to work towards or already hold a Level 3 Children Residential Childcare qualification (or equivalent).
• Have a passion to work with young people who sometimes demonstrate behaviours that challenge.
• Have a genuine desire to improve lives and promote self-esteem.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and empathy.
• Stay calm under pressure and work flexibly.
• Have an awareness of this client group and able to work on initiative, whilst also possessing a sense of resilience.
• Possess strong written & recording skills.
• Be flexible to work across all different shift patterns for example “Waking nights, day shift and sleep-in shifts where applicable”.

What We Offer:

Excellent Pay & Rewards

• We recognise your skills with structured Salary Grades that reflect your Experience and Qualifications.
• Our Pay Structures are at the forefront of National Pay Standards.

Career Progression & Development

Excellent Opportunities for career progression pathways creating opportunities from:

• Support Worker
• Senior Support Worker
• Team Leader
• Deputy Manager
• Registered Manager
• Service Manager

Comprehensive Training & Qualifications

• Full induction programme before you start.
• Service-specific training to refine and enhance your skills.
• We fully fund your training and qualifications through our Nationally Accredited Training Centre.

Wellbeing Programme

• Access to excellent employee benefits designed to support your health, wellbeing, and personal development.

A Supportive & Rewarding Work Environment

• With strong management support and supervision, you will always have the guidance and encouragement that give you the tools and confidence you need to thrive in your role and career.

Are you Ready to Start Your Career in Social Care?

Speak to our Talent Team and join the Progressive Care Community!

Due to the nature of this role, Progressive Care conducts enhanced background checks through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) for all hired personnel. Please note that sponsorship is not available for this position, and all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.