PEMBROKESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: / Support Worker – Learning Disabilities / POST REF:
DEPARTMENT: / Day Care / GRADE: 4
DIVISION: / Provider Services
RESPONSIBLE TO: / Area Co-ordinator – Learning Disabilities

JOB PURPOSE

To work alongside and assist people with learning disabilities to participate in opportunities which are valued, meaningful and enable the individual to have a quality lifestyle.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1.  To provide assistance to people with learning disabilities according to the support needs of the individual which have been identified through a person- centred planning process.
2.  To demonstrate a positive, valuing and empowering attitude with an adaptable and respectful approach in working alongside individuals with learning disabilities:
e.g. life-long learning / work / leisure / life skills
3.  To be respectful and ensure that confidentiality is maintained at all times
4.  To provide assistance and support to individuals with learning disabilities, if required with basic personal needs – to eat, to have a drink, to dress, to use the toilet and to bathe
5  To enable individuals to be involved in making informed choices and decisions about their life
6  To maintain and update relevant records – involving the individual where appropriate
7  To be able to share ideas and accommodate change in the development of the service; recognising that each person may require something different

PERSON SPECIFICATION

1.  Educated to NVQ Level 2 in Social Care or a willingness to undertake a qualification.
2.  Experience of working with people with a learning disability.
3.  Experience of supporting people with personal care needs.
4.  Experience of providing support as part of a team and independently
5.  Able to communicate effectively; verbally / in writing /
6.  Able to offer additional skills which can enhance customer opportunities: e.g. cooking / craft / sport
7.  Trained in areas relevant to learning disability services: e.g. behavioural management / signalong
8.  Valid driving licence and willing to use car for work.
LOCATION
Portfield SAC

May 2016