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Role Summary: The Support Worker provides person-centred care and practical support to adults with learning disabilities and/or acquired brain injuries in a supported living environment. The goal is to empower clients to live as independently as possible while maintaining their physical, emotional, and social wellbeing. Key Responsibilities: 1. Person-Centred Support: * Support clients based on their individual care plans, needs, preferences, and goals. * Promote independence by encouraging clients to participate in daily activities, decision-making, and community life. 2. Daily Living Support: * Assist with personal care (e.g., washing, dressing, toileting) where required. * Support with domestic tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and shopping. * Help manage medication, appointments, and healthcare routines. 3. Communication and Relationship Building: * Build trusting, respectful relationships with clients. * Use alternative communication methods when required (e.g., Makaton, pictorial aids). * Maintain professional and compassionate communication with families and other stakeholders. 4. Behavioural and Emotional Support: * Understand and respond appropriately to challenging behaviour, using positive behaviour support (PBS) techniques. * Provide emotional reassurance, encouragement, and crisis de-escalation when needed. 5. Health and Safety: * Monitor and report any changes in clients’ physical or mental health. * Ensure the living environment is safe, clean, and adapted to client needs. * Follow safeguarding, confidentiality, and risk management policies. 6. Record Keeping: * Accurately complete daily logs, incident reports, and care documentation. COMPLIANCE - Enhanced DBS on update service -Restraint training ( desired) -Practical Manual Handling - 2 clinical References - 6 months UK Experience