Support Worker – Autism, Learning Disabilities & Mental Health
Location: NOTTINGHAM
Job Type: Part-time, Temporary
Salary: Competitive hourly rate + enhanced rates for weekends and bank holidays
About Us
Primrose Healthcare Solutions Services Ltd (PHSSL) is a trusted healthcare recruitment agency supplying experienced Support Workers to supported living services, residential homes, and community services across the UK.
We are currently recruiting compassionate and reliable Support Workers to support adults with Autism, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health needs, Acquired Brain Injury, and other complex support needs.
The Role
As a Support Worker, you will provide person-centred care that promotes independence, dignity, choice, and inclusion. Every individual is different, and you'll play a key role in helping people achieve their personal goals and live fulfilling lives.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality person-centred support.
- Assist with personal care where required.
- Support individuals with daily living activities.
- Encourage independence and community participation.
- Build positive and trusting relationships.
- Support individuals with autism, learning disabilities, and mental health conditions.
- Administer medication (where trained and authorised).
- Maintain accurate care records and daily notes.
- Follow care plans, risk assessments, safeguarding procedures, and company policies.
- Respond calmly and professionally to challenging behaviours using positive behaviour support techniques.
- Work collaboratively with families, healthcare professionals, and multidisciplinary teams.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 YEARS UK Support Worker or Health Care Assistant experience (preferred).
- Experience supporting individuals with Autism, Learning Disabilities, or Mental Health needs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Compassionate, patient, and reliable.
- Right to work in the UK.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is desirable (or willingness to obtain one).
- Relevant mandatory training is advantageous.
- Driving licence and access to a vehicle are desirable but not essential.
- Oliver MCGOWAN Level 2
What We Offer
- Flexible shifts to suit your availability.
- Weekly pay.
- Competitive hourly rates.
- Ongoing work with leading care providers.
- Friendly and supportive recruitment team.
- Opportunities for career progression.
- Free compliance support.
- Referral bonus scheme.
Shift Patterns
- Days
- Nights
- Weekends
- Sleep-ins
- Long days
- Bank holidays
Apply Today
If you're passionate about making a real difference and want to work with a supportive healthcare agency offering flexible opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and one of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss the next steps.
Pay: £13.00-£18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
