Support Worker – Learning Disabilities

Central Recruitment is currently recruiting Support Workers in the Wandsworth and Twickenham areas to provide high-quality care and support for individuals with Learning Disabilities, Autism, Communications Needs and Mobility Needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in people’s lives by promoting independence, dignity, wellbeing, and inclusion in a person-centred environment.

We have work available across a variety of shift patterns, including early and late (plus a sleep in). Example shift patterns include:

• 9AM – 10PM plus a sleep-in, followed by 7AM – 9AM

• 6PM – 10PM plus a sleep-in, followed by 7AM – 12PM

• 4:30PM – 10PM plus a sleep-in, followed by 7AM – 9AM

Standard shifts are paid at £16.59 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay) and sleep-in rates range from £30–£67 per shift, depending on the service.

Key Responsibilities

The role involves supporting individuals with daily living activities, including:

• Personal care

• Meal preparation

• Administering medication

• Attending health appointments

• Community access and outings

• Budgeting and daily living support

• Laundry and household tasks

• Maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment

We’D Love To Hear From Candidates Who Are

• Experienced in supporting people with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism

• Patient, caring, and respectful in their approach

• Confident supporting individuals with different communication needs

• Reliable, proactive, and professional

• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

• Passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred support

Why Join Central?

• Competitive pay rates with weekly pay

• Flexible shifts that fit around your lifestyle

• Access to a wide range of placements and shift patterns

• Opportunities to work with trusted organisations across the sector

• Free eLearning and training opportunities

• Ongoing support from our dedicated team

• The chance to make a real difference every day

Further Requirements

In order to register with Central Recruitment Services for temporary agency work, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Current valid right to work in the UK

• Minimum 12 months’ of paid experience in a frontline social care role within the last 3 years* (unless recruitment criteria states otherwise)

• A fully enhanced DBS registered on the DBS update service or willingness to apply for one through Central (at a cost of £60)

• Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process

How To Apply

If you feel that you fully meet the above outlined criteria for this role and would like apply for this post, please forward your CV for consideration.

• Please note the outlined experience is the 'minimum' first stage criteria, and we will therefore be unable to consider your application unless you are able to demonstrate a relevant work history in line with this position