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You will join the business before the service becomes operational and play a key role in turning the concept into a fully functioning, high-quality and CQC-compliant service.

The Hub will provide adults with Learning disabilities, with the opportunities to develop independence, confidence, life skills, social connections, wellbeing and community participation.

They want to move away from the traditional concept of a "day centre". And the focus will be on meaningful activity, individual outcomes, skills development and community inclusion, helping the people we support to learn, develop, connect, contribute and achieve.

This is an exciting opportunity for a manager who wants to have a genuine influence over how a new service is designed and delivered.

About the Role: Working closely with the Directors and Senior Management Team, you will lead the development and mobilisation of the service from concept through to opening and beyond.

Before the service becomes operational, you will be involved in:

• Developing the service vision, values and operating model.
  
  
• Leading the mobilisation and implementation plan.
  
  
• Supporting and coordinating the CQC registration process.
  
  
• Developing policies, procedures, systems and quality frameworks.
  
  
• Establishing referral, assessment, admission and transition processes.
  
  
• Developing person-centred support and outcome frameworks.
  
  
• Building relationships with families, commissioners, social workers, health professionals and community organisations.
  
  
• Developing the staffing structure, workforce plan, recruitment and training programme.
  
  
• Establishing safeguarding, risk management, governance and quality assurance systems.
  
  
• Developing meaningful activity, life skills, vocational and community participation opportunities.
  
  
• Preparing the service, premises, staff and systems for a successful opening.
  
  

• Minimum 3 years' management experience within adult social care.
  
  
• Experience working within a CQC-regulated environment.
  
  
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care or equivalent.
  
  
• Experience managing and leading staff teams.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk management and quality assurance.
  
  
• Good understanding of CQC regulatory requirements.
  
  
• Experience developing and implementing policies and procedures.
  
  
• Experience undertaking audits and quality monitoring.
  
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
  
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
  
  
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of a new service.
  
  
• Ability to build strong relationships with families, professionals and external organisations.
  
  
• Eligibility and suitability to apply for CQC Registered Manager status.
  
  
• Commitment to improving the lives of adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
  
  
• Flexible approach to working hours to meet the needs of the service.
  
  
• Ability to travel between locations as required.
  
  
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
  
  
• Ability to participate in an on-call rota alongside senior managers.
  
  

• Autism and/or learning disabilities.
  
  
• SEN/SEND or specialist education.
  
  
• Day opportunities or community-based services.
  
  
• Complex needs.
  
  
• Person-centred planning.
  
  
• Transition services for young people moving into adulthood.
  
  
• Supported learning environments.
  
  
• Vocational, employability or skills development programmes.
  
  
• Service mobilisation or opening a new care service.
  
  
• Previous involvement in CQC registration.
  
  
• Developing services from concept through to operational delivery.
  
  
• Local authority commissioning and partnership working with education and health professionals.
  
  

Service Manager. Learning Disabilities. Care Home Manager. South Birmingham, West Midlands.

My client is a very highly regarded national care group, looking for a passionate, experienced care leader to join their team. You will have solid experience of running successful, high quality care services for adults with complex needs including autism, learning disabilities and mental health, with extensive knowledge of care standards and CQC regulations.

They are looking for a compassionate leader who can inspire teams with an open, supportive approach. You will place your clients' wellbeing and happiness at the core of how you operate, and empower the teams around you to provide the very best in person-centred care.

The opportunity will see you overseeing a small, high quality (CQC Good rated) service in close in South Birmingham. The organisation is renowned for having excellent properties and standards, they invest heavily in ensuring facilities are absolutely fit for purpose and all appropriate resources and adaptations are in place.

They welcome the kind of manager who will be forward-thinking and innovative, and be keen to adopt an attitude that is based on continuous improvement and encouraging everyone to contribute the services always being open to embracing new ideas and better ways of doing things. You will be mentored and supported to become a Registered Manager of the service, so applications are welcomed from experienced Registered Managers or Service Managers with an aspiration to become registered and further their career.

Whilst you will be encouraged, supported and recognised for your efforts by a regional management team, you will also be allowed to act autonomously, use initiative and bring new ideas with you.

The company will invest in training and development, and their industry-leading bonus scheme and excellent working culture has resulted in staff retention - especially at management level - far in excess of other organisations in social care.

A full job description available and all applications will be treated with complete confidentiality.

Learning Disabilities Manager Day Centre, Horticulture, Gardens

Flintshire

This is a one-off opportunity for someone to become Day Centre Manager for a life-changing day service for adults with learning disabilities. You will have experience of working with adults with complex needs including learning disabilities and autism, and either professional experience of, or a very keen interest and knowledge of horticulture, gardening or landscaping.

You will lead, manage and further develop the day to day operations of various day services, offering your clients rewarding activities and opportunities for them to gain skills and experience in the organisation s fantastic grounds. These include garden spaces, woodland, and much more. You will be working with them on various horticulture projects including maintaining the landscaped gardens of the care homes, growing a wide range of plants and managing their recently acquired woodland area.

As a compassionate people manager, your main aims and responsibilities will be to motivate and support the team by providing clear vision and direction. You will provide encouragement to the team and ensure they have the skills and knowledge to provide the best possible levels of person-centred care to the adults they support.

In order to ensure the continued success of the service you will have the opportunity to actively engage with the local and wider community promoting your services, as well as developing the commercial aspect of the business.

This role would suit someone with a background in social care, managing services for adults with learning disabilities, or perhaps running a business or social enterprise offering day services, with experience of building effective partnerships with other organisations.

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (or the willingness to work towards it) would be an advantage

Experience and knowledge of working in a gardening, landscape gardening, horticulture, woodwork, arts and crafts, cooking or similar environment is a huge advantage.

Please apply now

Are you looking for a new opportunity as a Deputy Manager to work with individuals with domicialliary care, for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs?

Responsibilities of the role:

• To assist the Manager in ensuring the effective, safe and profitable running of all locations
• Assist with individual referrals
• Provide support to all staff within the group on a 24 hour on call basis
• Ability to work 2 weekends per month
• Assist with management of staff

Requirements:

• Experience of working with people with complex needs desirable
• NVQ in Health and Social Care Level 3 mandatory working toward Level 5
• Excellent communication skills
• Team player
• Good organisational skills
• Drivers license
• Must be on call one weekend per month

Our client offers use of company vehicle during shifts, 28 days holiday, social events and career development/training

Experienced Support Workers required to work in a supported living services for learning disabilities. We have full time permanent roles based in Shoeburyness. Essex and Hadleigh area, Essex Note that our client does not offer sponsorship at this time. Basic salary £25,417.60 per year. With sleep-ins your estimated earnings will be £27,494 - £29,725 per year

Candidates will need to live within a half hour commutable distance to Shoeburyness,

This position is a full time, 40 hour per week contract and will include day, weekend, and sleep in working. Sleep-in shifts are paid in addition to the basic salary at £5.00 extra per hour. Overtime is available.

Shift patterns are; Monday Sunday

• Early Shift: 07:00 to 15:00
• Late Shift: 15:00 to 23:00
• Sleep In: 23 00

Our client provides housing and support services based on the fundamental belief that adults with a learning disability, autism or other mental impairment have a right to lead their own life, to determine where, how and with whom they live, and who provides them with support.

As a Support Worker, you will need to have at least one year's experience working as a support worker. You will be responsible for;

• Providing care in accordance with best practice and legislative requirements, reflecting policies and procedures and agreed standards under the direction of the service management
• Support and enable adults to maintain skills and personal interests whilst delivering person-centred care
• Support adults in maintaining their tenancy
• Maintain skills at a current level, and undertake such training and development as required to maintain and progress knowledge

Benefits include;

• Comprehensive induction
• Full training provided with opportunities to degree level
• Career development opportunities
• 28 Days holiday
• Free, on-site parking available
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Blue Light Card for retail discounts
• Employee assistance programme
• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• On-site parking
• Refer a Friend programme worth £250 per referral One year of care experience is desirable.

As part of employment, should your role require a DBS check, you will be required to register with the DBS update service.

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Social Workers to join our learning Disabilities team on a 6 month contract.

Location: Totton

Main Responsibilities and Duties

Make ongoing assessments of allocated cases to reflect individual circumstances including assessment of risk, enabling independence and need to ensure that service users are protected from significant harm.

• Responsible for a caseload of varying complexity, commensurate with ability and qualifications, receiving and responding to referrals from various sources.
• Community Care, integrated care programme approach and risk assessment to work to protect the safety and protection of individuals.
• Statutory reviews and comply with appropriate legislation, policy and procedures.
• Assess client needs in consultation with them and with other professionals and agree levels of support.
• The need to engage with people refusing a service who are at risk to self or others.
• The need for sensitive negotiation when assessing service users and carers where there is conflict or lack of insight.
• Effectively manage people presenting in crisis needing a quick resolution, using relevant legislation and resources.
• Statutory responsibility for the assessment of carers (including young carers) needs and the formulation of a carers care plan.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Learning Disabilities team.
• Relevant multi-disciplinary Social Care experience within multi-disciplinary team relevant to needs of post
• Evidence of partnership working with other agencies including Social Care Services, Health Services, Voluntary Agencies and/or Education
• A thorough understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and best practices in social work.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits:

• A hybrid tablet device, so you can work more effectively and flexibly.
• 5 personal development days per annum.
• Access to permanent vacancies as they are released.
• 37 Hours a week
• 38 Per hour (Umbrella Rate)
• 6 Month contract
• Hybrid working, office, home visits required & home working

About Us

Connect2Hampshire is a managed service agency owned by Hampshire County Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders.

Connect2Hampshire is a trading style of Hampshire & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Hampshire County Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Hampshire is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Support Worker - Learning Disabilities (Female Only)

Community Support Somerset (BA4 & DT9)

We are seeking an experienced female Support Worker to join a small, person-centred learning disabilities service supporting individuals within the community across Somerset.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building long-term relationships and supporting people to live independently in their own homes and local community.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role - you must have the right to work in the UK in place to apply.

Package

• 14.11 per hour
• Guaranteed 20 hours per week
• Mainly evenings and weekends
• Ongoing training and development
• Small supportive team
• Opportunity to grow with the service
• Stable long-term role

Responsibilities

• Supporting adults with learning disabilities
• Community access and daily living support
• Assisting with personal care where required
• Working to person-centred support plans
• Building positive relationships
• Liaising with families and professionals
• Maintaining accurate records
• Promoting dignity, choice and independence

Requirements

• Learning disabilities experience essential
• Female applicants only due to service user requirements
• Driver with own vehicle and business insurance
• Comfortable travelling across BA4 and DT9
• Available evenings and alternate weekends
• Calm, reliable and person-centred approach
• Right to work in the UK

This is a community-based role supporting people across BA4 and DT9. Regular travel between visits is required.

If you have the experience and values to support people to live independently, please submit your CV to apply.

INDCARE

We are recruiting Support Workers to join a friendly learning disabilities service providing support within a respite setting and community outreach across St Austell and surrounding areas.

This role is ideal for caring, reliable people who enjoy building positive relationships and supporting individuals to live independently in their community. Experience is welcome, but full training is provided - attitude and values are the most important factors.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role - you must have the Right to Work in the UK to apply.

Package

• 14.11 per hour (day rate)
• Weekend daytime shifts
• Part-time weekend roles available
• Paid induction, shadowing and training
• Combination of respite centre and community outreach work
• Ongoing development and training opportunities
• Supportive and experienced management team
• Stable long-term opportunity

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 support to adults with learning disabilities
• Supporting individuals within a respite service and in the community
• Assisting with personal care and daily living tasks
• Supporting community access, activities and independence
• Following person-centred care and support plans
• Maintaining accurate records and communication
• Working collaboratively within a small, dedicated team
• Promoting dignity, choice and independence

Requirements

• Caring, patient and dependable approach
• Comfortable working within both respite and community settings
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Must be a driver with own transport
• Experience within care helpful but not essential
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Right to work in the UK

If you are looking for a rewarding role supporting people to live full and independent lives, please submit your CV to apply.

INDCARE

Children's Residential Support Worker (Learning Disabilities)

Do you have experience supporting children or young people and want a career where your work genuinely changes lives?

Are you energetic, compassionate, resilient, and someone who enjoys being active, building relationships, and helping young people reach their potential?

Our client is seeking dedicated Children's Residential Support Worker to join their growing team and help create a safe, supportive, and nurturing home for children and young people aged 7 17 with learning disabilities and additional needs.

This is more than a job it's an opportunity to become a positive role model and help children build confidence, independence, and brighter futures.

Why Join?

Our client places children and young people at the heart of everything they do. They provide person-centred care through their residential children's services and work collaboratively to create meaningful, lasting outcomes.

If you enjoy being active, engaging in community activities, creating positive experiences, and helping children overcome barriers, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

The Role

As a Children's Residential Support Worker, no two days are the same. You will play a key role in helping children feel safe, valued, and supported within a family-style environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Building strong, trusting relationships with children and young people
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and encouraging positive daily challenges
• Helping children develop independence and essential life skills
• Supporting educational and learning goals
• Planning activities and community-based experiences
• Delivering engaging and meaningful key work sessions
• Using positive behaviour support approaches
• Supporting children with routines, communication, and personal care where required
• Working alongside schools, families, and external professionals
• Creating a safe, welcoming, and nurturing home environment
• Acting as a positive role model every day

Whether it's helping a young person achieve a personal milestone, supporting a day out, teaching life skills, or simply being a consistent and trusted adult, your contribution will make a real difference.

Requirements

Desirable:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards)
• Previous experience supporting children and young people
• Full UK Driving Licence (or working towards obtaining one)

Essential:

• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people
• Willingness to undertake training and professional development
• Ability to work as part of a team and build positive relationships

What's on Offer?

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Career progression opportunities
• Supportive management and regular supervision
• Positive and values-led working culture
• Opportunities to develop specialist skills in learning disabilities and child development
• The chance to make a genuine difference in young people's lives

Benefits

• Company pension
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Paid training
• Sick pay

Safeguarding

Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures.

Apply Today!

If you're passionate about supporting children with learning disabilities and are looking for a rewarding career where every day matters, we'd love to hear from you.

Specialist Support Worker - Autism & Learning Disabilities

Nottingham (NG8)
13.49 - 14.40 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)
Permanent Full Time 42 Hours per Week
12-Hour Shifts (Days & Nights)

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Delphi Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a specialist residential service supporting adults with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs and behaviours of concern.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Support Worker to join a specialist service that is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support and helping individuals achieve greater independence and quality of life.

The Role

As a Specialist Support Worker, you will:

• Provide high-quality support to adults with complex needs
• Promote independence, dignity and wellbeing
• Support daily living activities and personal development
• Follow care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies
• Support community access and meaningful activities
• Work closely with colleagues and healthcare professionals

About You

We're looking for someone with:

• At least 12 months' experience within adult social care in the UK
• Experience supporting individuals with autism and learning disabilities
• Experience supporting mental health needs or behaviours of concern
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to work both day and night shifts

Desirable

• NVQ/RQF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
• Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) experience
• Residential care experience

Hours

• Permanent full-time contract
• Average 42 hours per week
• 12-hour shifts, including weekends and bank holidays

Benefits

• 13.49 - 14.40 per hour
• Annual attendance and performance bonus
• NEST pension scheme with employer contribution
• Free meals whilst on duty
• Free on-site parking
• 5.6 weeks annual leave
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Apply Today

If you're passionate about supporting people with complex needs and want to join a service where you can genuinely make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through Delphi Care Solutions.