Do you enjoy helping people live more independently and confidently?

We are recruiting Support Workers - Learning Disabilities to work with adults in supported living and residential services across the UK. You’ll support individuals with learning disabilities and associated needs to live safely, develop life skills, and access their community with dignity and choice.

This role is ideal for UK-based candidates with a genuine passion for person-centred care. For eligible candidates already living in the UK, there may be limited visa sponsorship options under current UK immigration rules (see “Visa Sponsorship Information” below).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and/or complex needs

• Support with personal care where required (washing, dressing, toileting, hygiene) while respecting dignity and privacy

• Encourage and assist with daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, and managing money

• Promote engagement in meaningful activities – hobbies, education, volunteering, and social events

• Support individuals to access the local community (appointments, leisure activities, public transport)

• Implement and follow care and support plans, including risk assessments and behaviour support plans

• Use positive behaviour support approaches to manage behaviours that challenge, always focusing on safety and respect

• Keep accurate and up-to-date records, incident reports, and daily notes

• Work closely with families, advocates, and multidisciplinary teams (social workers, nurses, therapists)

• Follow all safeguarding, health & safety, infection control, and confidentiality procedures
  
  

Essential Requirements

• Currently living in the UK (priority given to UK-based applicants)

• Genuine passion for supporting people with learning disabilities and complex needs

• Caring, patient, and resilient nature with a non-judgemental attitude

• Good spoken and written English communication skills

• Willingness to work flexible shifts, which may include early, late, sleep-ins, nights, weekends, and bank holidays

• Ability to work as part of a team and to use initiative when working alone

• Basic IT skills for recording notes and using electronic care systems

• Right to work in the UK or potential eligibility to switch routes under current Skilled Worker / Health & Care Worker arrangements (UK-based only, subject to employer and Home Office rules)
  
  

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as a Support Worker, Learning Disabilities Support Worker, Care Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, or similar

• Experience in learning disability, autism, mental health, or supported living services

• Training or experience in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), de-escalation techniques, or PROACT-SCIPr®/MAPA (or similar)

• Training in Safeguarding, First Aid, Epilepsy, Medication, Autism Awareness, or similar

• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care / Care / Learning Disabilities (or working towards)

• UK driving licence and access to a car (especially useful for services in rural or community-based settings)
  
  

Benefits

• Potential visa sponsorship (for eligible UK-based candidates only, in line with current transitional rules)

• Competitive salary, typically £24,000 – £30,000 per annum, depending on location, experience, and shift pattern

• Paid induction, mandatory training, and access to ongoing professional development

• 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata for part-time roles)

• Workplace pension scheme

• Opportunities for career progression (e.g. Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, Assistant Manager)

• Supportive, values-driven team culture
  
  

Application Process

1. Apply via ISCANET with your CV and a brief summary of your experience in care or support work

2. Shortlisted UK-based candidates will be invited to an initial screening call or online interview

3. Successful candidates will attend a formal interview with the service manager (and may be asked to complete a short values/skills-based exercise)

4. Pre-employment checks (references, DBS/police checks, right to work) must be completed before a start date is confirmed

5. For candidates who may be eligible for sponsorship, the employer will review your immigration status in line with current Home Office rules and their sponsorship licence
   
   

Important Note

ISCANET is recruiting on behalf of a UK-based social care employer for this position.
All applications will be reviewed by ISCANET, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly with next steps.