Adult Learning Disability Support Worker

Job Title: Adult Learning Disability Support Worker

Location: Ystrad Mynach, Caerphilly, Mid Glamorgan/Postcode Area

Salary: £14.24 per hour including holiday pay

Employment Type: Temporary / Full-time / Part-time (various shift patterns available)

Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Adult Learning Disability Support Worker to join a specialised team in Ystrad Mynach, Caerphilly. This role offers an excellent opportunity to support adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, or sensory impairments, helping them lead more independent and fulfilling lives. You will work within a caring environment committed to person-centred support and social inclusion.

Key Responsibilities
As an Adult Learning Disability Support Worker based in Ystrad Mynach, your daily duties will include:

Providing person-centred therapeutic care and support to residents with diverse needs
Observing, monitoring, and documenting residents’ conditions and progress to ensure high standards of dignity and respect
Assisting residents through their care pathways, promoting independence and social inclusion
Supporting individuals during daily activities, personal care, and social engagement, respecting their preferences and autonomy
Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver tailored care plans

Requirements & Qualifications
To be successful as an Adult Learning Disability Support Worker, you will need:

Minimum of 6 months’ experience in a social care setting
Empathy, resilience, and a genuine desire to improve outcomes for adults with learning disabilities
Ability to obtain or hold a current Enhanced DBS check on the update service
The right to work in the UK
Willingness to pay for practical training at a subsidised cost (e.g., PBM, Manual Handling, Buccal) if not already completed
Ability to complete online training modules (free of charge)

Desirable:

NVQ Level 3 or 5 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualifications
UK full manual driving licence
Additional relevant certifications or specialised training

Benefits & Work Environment

Competitive pay rate of £14.24 per hour including holiday pay, with weekly payroll
Flexible shift patterns including short days, long days, waking nights, and sleep-ins
Access to free online training and subsidised practical training (TMVA, PMVA, PBM)
Support from an experienced, dedicated consultant
Mobile shift management app
Opportunity to earn agency worker of the month prize (£50) and enter quarterly competitions with a chance to win £500
Holiday pay, either accumulated or paid weekly
Contributory pension scheme
Ongoing professional development with funded training options

Safeguarding:
Our client operates strict safeguarding policies. Candidates must undergo an enhanced DBS check, and all staff are expected to adhere to safeguarding practices to ensure the safety and well-being of service users.

Ready to make a difference?
If you’re enthusiastic, caring, and dedicated to supporting adults with learning disabilities, click the ‘apply’ button below. Immediate starts are available.

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.