Support Worker

Job description

Title: Support Worker

Location: Islington, N5

Pay Rate: £15.04 per hour

Contract: Ongoing

Shift Patterns:

Monday to Friday

9:00am – 4:00pm

About the Role

Nocturnal Recruitment Solutions are looking for a Support Worker to join a day centre based in Islington. The ideal candidate will have previous experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and be passionate about promoting independence, inclusion and wellbeing. The successful candidate will provide person-centred support to individuals attending the day centre, helping them participate in meaningful activities, develop their independence and engage positively within the community. This role offers a competitive rate of £15.04 per hour, with consistent weekday hours from 9:00am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday.

Role Overview

As a Support Worker, you will play an important role in supporting adults with learning disabilities to lead fulfilling and meaningful lives. You will encourage individuals to develop their skills, make choices, build positive relationships and participate in day-centre and community activities. We are looking for someone who is patient, compassionate and committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support. The successful candidate will understand the importance of dignity, safeguarding and professional boundaries while helping service users maintain their independence and engage with their local community. Previous experience working with adults with learning disabilities is essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

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Provide person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities, respecting their individual needs, preferences and choices.

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Assist service users in participating in day-centre activities and community-based programmes.

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Promote independence, choice, inclusion and personal development.

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Build positive, professional and trusting relationships with service users.

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Support individuals with daily routines and meaningful activities.

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Encourage social interaction, communication and community participation.

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Follow individual support plans, risk assessments and organisational procedures.

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Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with colleagues.

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Promote safeguarding, dignity, respect and the overall wellbeing of service users.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Highbury

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-10-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English