Job Title: Support Worker - Learning Disabilities & Autism

  • New Age Recruiters Limited
  • Ballymoney, County Antrim
  • Feb 27, 2026
Full time Healthcare & Medical

Job Description

About the Role:

We are looking for compassionate, reliable, and motivated Support Workers to join our team. Supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities and Autism. You will play a vital role in empowering individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives while promoting dignity, respect, and choice. Experience working with people with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism is desirable. However, we also welcome applicants without prior experience, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.

Pay Rate: £13.68 £14.88 per hour Hours: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible shifts available

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support tailored to individual needs
• Support with daily living activities, including personal care (where required)
• Encourage independence and skill development
• Support individuals to access the community and participate in activities
• Promote positive behavior support strategies
• Administer medication (following training)
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Work collaboratively with families, healthcare professionals, and colleagues
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of vulnerable adults

RequirementsWe are looking for individuals who are:

• Caring, patient, and empathetic
• Reliable and punctual
• Good communicators
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible to work shifts, including evenings and weekends (if required)

Essential:

• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to undertake training and development
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting equality Desirable:
• Previous experience supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Experience with positive behavior support

BenefitsWhat We Offer

• Competitive pay: £13.68 £14.88 per hour (depending on experience)
• Full training provided (including Autism and Learning Disability awareness)
• Ongoing professional development
• Career progression opportunities
• Supportive management team
• Pension scheme
• Paid holiday entitlement

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds.