Learning Disability Support Worker

At Guild Care, we're proud to offer three fantastic Learning Disability (LD) services that enable adults and children to live happy, fulfilling lives. Our services include:

• Birkdale – a day service for adults with profound and multiple learning disabilities, offering personalised support, therapies, and activities that promote independence and wellbeing
• Fitzalan Howard Centre – a vibrant, activity-based day service where adults with learning disabilities can develop new skills, make friends, and enjoy creative, social, and recreational opportunities.
• Ashdown Centre – a children's short breaks service providing fun, engaging, and safe sessions for children and young people with learning disabilities and additional needs, giving families valuable respite.

Please note: The Ashdown service runs every Saturday but on the fourth week it is open on a Sunday. Please note, if a month has five weekends, the service will not open on the fifth weekend.

For this role you will be working across all our LD services.

As a Support Worker, you'll be at the heart of our mission, providing dedicated 1-to-1 support and befriending to individuals with learning disabilities. This may include offering personal care, but more importantly, it's about building trust, encouraging independence, and helping people live life to the fullest.

About The Role

At Guild Care, every day brings something new. As a Learning Disability Support Worker, you will provide practical care such as helping people dress, move safely with equipment such as hoists and wheelchairs, or enjoy mealtimes with comfort and dignity. You may also support with personal care, always ensuring individuals feel respected and valued.

Beyond this, you will share in the fun and creativity that makes our services so special, from baking cakes, singing songs, and playing games, to enjoying the garden, trips to the park, or even a day at the beach. You will also encourage people to use public transport, helping them grow in confidence and increase their independence while exploring their community.

Building strong, trusting relationships is at the heart of this role. You'll work closely not only with the people you support, but also their families, carers, and other professionals to provide truly person-centred care.

No experience? No problem It's about a mindset and we provide excellent training from day one, giving you the skills and confidence to succeed.

When you join us, you become part of a warm, supportive community where your wellbeing and career development are our priority. We offer:

• Annual Wellbeing Day off
• Employee Assistance Programme (free confidential advice on wellbeing, family, debt, and more)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free Specsavers eye care vouchers
• Option to buy and sell annual leave
• Health cash plan (silver and gold)
• Comprehensive training and career development, including apprenticeships

If you want to be part of a team that celebrates individuality and enables people to live life their way, we'd love to hear from you

Guild Care are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. If you're passionate about making a difference and share our values, we'd love to hear from you.

Required Criteria

• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with a range of different people, including people who access services, relatives, carers, staff, and other professionals
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• A passion for assisting adults and children with learning disabilities and other complex needs to live life to the full
• Available to work occasionally at the weekends?

Desired Criteria

• Knowledge and understanding of the needs of adults and children with learning and physical disabilities, complex health needs, and autism, and their carers.
• Experience of enabling people to engage in a wide range of activities within a day service setting and the local community
• Relevant professional Qualification (EG NVQ, QCF)

Skills Needed

Communication, Empathy, Ability to support clients with learning disabilities and/or complex needs, Providing personal care, Experience supporting people who display behaviour that communicates

About The Company

Guild Care was founded in Worthing in 1933 by visionary volunteers dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals in the local community. Originally known as Worthing Council of Social Service, the organisation focused on alleviating poverty, isolation, and health challenges during difficult times. Over the following decades, Guild Care consistently expanded its services, proactively responding to the community's evolving needs.

In the 1950s and 1960s, Guild Care established innovative day centres and residential care homes, significantly enhancing life quality for older adults and individuals with disabilities. Adapting continually, the charity later introduced specialised dementia care facilities and tailored services for those with learning disabilities.

Today, Guild Care supports over 3,000 people annually across West Sussex through a range of community-focused services. Remaining true to its founding values, the organisation is one of Worthing's largest employers, powered by almost 700 dedicated staff members and the essential contributions of more than 300 volunteers, all united in making a meaningful difference.

Company Culture

Our vision is for all people in need of care to live fulfilling, safe and secure lives.

We will achieve our vision by ensuring our support and services are accessible, effective and lovingly delivered.

Brave | Engaging | Loving | Integrity | Everyone Matters | Free to Be Me

At Guild Care, we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity, respect, and equality. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and enables us to better serve our community.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background.

Join us in our mission to make a positive difference in people's lives.

Company Benefits

At Guild Care, we are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees in every aspect of their lives—financially, professionally, and personally.

Health and Wellbeing

Your wellbeing is our priority. Staff benefit from an annual Wellbeing Day, free flu vaccinations, and confidential support through the BHSF Employee Assistance Programme. With schemes like Cycle 2 Work, free eye tests for eligible roles, and mental health support through the Care Workers Charity, we aim to promote a healthier, happier workforce.

Work-life Balance

We understand the importance of flexibility, offering favourable holiday terms, flexible working options, homeworking opportunities, and carers' leave to help you balance work with life's demands.

Professional Development

At Guild Care, your career growth is important to us. We provide progressive career pathways, mandatory training programmes, in-house learning opportunities, and access to professional qualifications, including accredited programmes and the Care Certificate.

A Supportive Work Environment

Join a local charity with over 90 years of history and a strong community focus. Employees enjoy supportive colleagues, job satisfaction, and opportunities to engage in events and fundraising activities. Our inclusive culture features initiatives such as length of service recognition, annual staff awards, and employee networking groups.

At Guild Care, we reinvest all our surpluses into our services, staff, and community, ensuring your work makes a meaningful difference every day.

Join us and be part of something extraordinary

Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Employee discounts, Gym membership or wellness programs, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Long service recognition, Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Blue Light Card, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities, Progression opportunities, Staff celebration events

Salary

£ £14.08 per hour