Support Worker Complex Needs

Job description

Support Worker – Complex Needs | Nottingham

£14.50 per hour | Permanent | 36–48 hours per week

RTC Resources is recruiting Support Workers for permanent positions with a specialist care provider in Nottingham.

We are looking for experienced care professionals who can provide calm, consistent support to individuals with complex needs and behaviours that challenge. You will work within a coordinated team, potentially providing 3:1, 4:1 or 5:1 support.

What you'll do

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Promote dignity, independence and meaningful participation in everyday life.

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Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and behavioural support plans.

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Recognise signs of distress and use appropriate de-escalation strategies.

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Support personal care, meals, medication, daily living and community activities as required.

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Maintain clear records and escalate safeguarding concerns or changes in presentation.

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Work closely with colleagues, families and other professionals.

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Prioritise least restrictive approaches and undertake physical interventions only within authorised arrangements and current training.

What you'll bring

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Previous UK experience supporting people with complex needs and behaviours that challenge.

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Experience of 3:1, 4:1 or 5:1 staffing, or comparable intensive support services.

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Practical experience managing behavioural escalation and physical aggression.

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Strong communication, teamwork and safeguarding awareness.

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The ability to follow agreed strategies consistently and maintain professional boundaries.

DMI/Dynamis training is highly desirable. Current or recent PMVA or other recognised physical intervention training may be considered, subject to review and required competency assessments.

What's included

Paid annual leave, pension contributions, free in-house DMI and mandatory training, and ongoing development opportunities.

Applicants must have UK care/support experience and the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

Apply with your CV to RTC Resources, including your availability and preferred weekly hours

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Nottingham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

24-10-2026

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