Learning Disabilities Support Worker - Burton-on-trent

Keys Group; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Burton-on-Trent is seeking Support Workers to join a new residential care home designed for individuals with learning disabilities. This role provides an opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives by offering support with daily activities and promoting independence. Full training and development are offered, with competitive pay and additional benefits such as a referral bonus and pension scheme. Applicants must be 18 or older due to the vulnerable nature of those supported.

Benefits

5.6 weeks annual leave

Paid DBS check

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing hub and employee discounts

Pension scheme with employer contribution

£500 referral bonus

Comprehensive induction program

Qualifications

• No prior experience in the care sector needed as full training is provided.
• Must be over 18 due to the vulnerable nature of those supported.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines for individuals in the care unit.
• Promote independence and personal skill development through various activities.
• Assist with healthcare needs by accompanying to appointments.
• Teach life skills, including budgeting and shopping.
• Provide cooking and cleaning support as needed.

Skills

Compassionate

Committed

Ability to provide emotional support

Ability to assist with personal care

Job description

Learning Disabilities Support Worker - Burton-on-trent

Package Description

JOB ROLE:Support Worker

LOCATION: Burton-on-Trent

Introducing our brand new service

We’re delighted to announce the upcoming launch of a brand-new residential care home designed to support up to six adults with Learning Disabilities.

Opening in 2025, our new service will set a new benchmark for high-quality, person-centered care. Our mission is to create a warm, supportive environment where every individual is empowered to thrive, grow, and live a fulfilling life.

We’re looking for compassionate, committed Support Workers to join our brand-new team. This is a unique opportunity to be part of something truly special right from the start.

If you're passionate about person-centred care and want to be part of a service that values dignity, empowerment, and inclusion, we’d love to hear from you.

As a Support Worker, you will be involved in the day to day support and routine of the people within the service including:

• Day-to-day support and routine of the people we support.
• Prompting independence whilst helping them live a fulfilling life.
• Supporting & encouraging the development of personal skills through hobbies and interests.
• Maintaining and helping with health care needs, including accompanying the people we support to routine appointments or administrating medication.
• Teaching life skills such as budgeting, paying bills & shopping.
• Assisting with personal care as required.
• Assisting with domestic tasks including cleaning & cooking.
• Providing guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support.

Experience within the care sector is not needed as we offer full training, coaching and development

• Annual Leave - Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.
• DBS Check Paid - Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.
• Qualifications & Career Development - Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.
• Circle - Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.
• Amazing Discount Scheme- at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
• NEST Pension Scheme - Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• Fair & Competitive Pay - At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.
• £500 Referral Bonus - Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
• Full Induction & Introductory Programme - Begin your journey with a paid‑for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys Group

Keys Group supports over 2,500 individuals across England and Wales through its three divisions: Accomplish, providing specialist residential, supported living, and accommodation for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and brain injuries; Keys, offering education and care for children and families through schools, children’s homes, supported accommodation, and family assessment centres; and Peak, delivering indoor and outdoor adventure activities across four UK centres, including bespoke education programs and confidence‑building activities like bushcraft, climbing, and canoeing.

Keys Group are very proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant that means we have made a commitment to welcoming service personnel, veterans and military families into the group. We are delighted to have veteran friendly policies, offer a Veterans Peer Support Network within our teams and are able to offer Military Awareness and support to our colleagues.

As part of our commitment, we will offer a guaranteed interview to current and former service personnel providing that they meet the criteria of the role that they are applying for. If you feel that you meet the criteria for this, please ensure that you have your military experience detailed on your CV for one of our resourcing team to get in touch.

Apply now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss how you can begin your rewarding career - No agencies please

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18