Complex Support Worker - Learning Disabilities & Complex Care (Female Only)

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

We are seeking compassionate, experienced, and person-centred female support workers to join a dedicated team supporting a wonderful lady with learning disabilities, complex care needs, mobility needs, and behavioural risks.

Our client enjoys an active and meaningful lifestyle and thrives when supported by carers who take the time to understand her preferences, routines, communication style, and individual needs. She enjoys getting out in the community every day, baking, knitting, puzzles, shopping, and being actively involved in all aspects of her daily life.

Accessing the community is an essential part of her support and well-being, mklm. Successful applicants must be confident drivers who are happy to support regular outings, appointments, shopping trips, leisure activities, and community engagement using the client's Motability vehicle.

Shift Pattern

We can offer between 30–40 hours per week, comprising a mixture of:

Primarily evening shifts: 5:00pm – 10:00pm
Overnight shifts: 10:00pm – 8:30am
Occasional day shifts: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Possible weekend working
Applicants must be able to undertake sleep-in shifts, commencing at 5:00pm.

The Role

You will provide support with:

Personal care, bathing, dressing, and continence care
Safe moving and handling using mobility equipment and walking aids
Medication administration
Meal planning and preparation in accordance with dietary requirements
Supporting daily community access, social activities, appointments, shopping trips, and meaningful engagement opportunities
Driving the client's Motability vehicle to enable safe and regular access to the community
Supporting communication and decision-making in line with the Mental Capacity Act 2005
Promoting independence and involvement in all daily living activities
Recording and reporting behavioural observations and incidents where required
Supporting emotional well-being and responding appropriately to periods of anxiety, agitation, or distress

Essential Requirements

✅ Full UK Driving Licence and confidence driving a Motability vehicle (small van)

✅ Willingness to drive regularly as part of the role

✅ Minimum 12 months' experience supporting adults with:

Learning disabilities
Autism
Complex care needs
Behaviours of concern

✅ Strong understanding of:

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
Mental Capacity Act 2005
Person-Centred Care
Safeguarding Adults

Why Driving is Important

Our client benefits greatly from regular community access and meaningful activities. Extended periods at home can negatively impact her well-being and contribute to frustration or agitation. Support workers must therefore be proactive in planning and facilitating outings, activities, and opportunities that promote choice, independence, social inclusion, and quality of life.

Female Applicants Only

This position is open to female applicants only. This is a genuine occupational requirement due to the nature of the personal care and support provided, in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred support and making a positive difference to someone's life, we would love to hear from you.