Support Worker

Make a real difference in the life of an adult male with learning disabilities in Carlisle. Join our supportive team and contribute to a fulfilling and rewarding role!

Proven experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to effectively manage challenging behaviours and de-escalate situations
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to support others
• Reliability and a commitment to providing high-quality care
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Essential Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months of recent UK experience in supporting adult service users with learning disability and associated complex needs.
• A valid Right to Work in the UK (we do not offer sponsorships)
• An Enhanced child and adult DBS registered on the update service
• Training required - BILD certified PMVA Course and Classroom Mandatory Training

P.S. This role mandates a minimum of 36.5 hours per week. Therefore, we're unable to accept applications from individuals with a Skilled Worker visa, as the visa requirements may conflict with these hours.

• Competitive Pay Rates: PAYE ROLLED UP Weekdays: £13.68, Weekends: £15.77, Sleep ins: £64.98
• Flexible Working: Variety of shifts (08:00 - 20:00 days with sleep-ins, then 07:00 - 10:30)
• Dedicated Support: You'll have one specialist point of contact for a seamless experience
• Mobile App: Easily manage your shifts and availability on our app
• Free Training: Access to free accredited training to support your professional development

Our client, Walsingham Support, is a care provider dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for individuals with learning disabilities. They are committed to providing high-quality care and offer a rewarding work environment for their employees.

You will be providing person-centered support to an adult male with learning disabilities, assisting with daily living tasks, promoting independence, and supporting community integration. You'll work closely with a colleague in a 2:1 support ratio, utilising de-escalation techniques as needed. This role offers a chance to make a tangible, positive impact on someone's life.

• Assisting with personal care and daily living activities.
• Supporting community integration and participation in social activities.
• Promoting independence and skill development.
• Implementing de-escalation techniques when necessary.
• Maintaining accurate records and reporting.
• Collaborating effectively with the support team.

This is an urgent position requiring immediate availability. We are looking for candidates who can start work quickly.

If you'd like to find out more about Agency Shifts, Please contact Sumaira Khan in the Randstad Care team on or email

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

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.