Autism, Learning Disabilities & Mental Health Support Workers

Salary/Rate:£14.30 - £20.00 per hour, dependent on experience, qualifications and client requirements

Job type:Contract

Town/City:Mid Essex

County:Essex

Role:Residential Support Worker

Job ref:619

Post Date:07.07.26

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Meet Our Recruiter

Georgina Smith

Specialist Recruiter

01621 484496

07843 840573

gsmith@inspirehc.co.uk

About the Role

Autism, Learning Disabilities & Mental Health Support Workers

Locations: King's Lynn, Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft, Bury St Edmunds, Ipswich and Colchester

Contract Types: Long-Term, Temp to Perm and Permanent Opportunities

Hours: Full-Time and Part-Time Available

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and role

Join Inspire EHC's Specialist Support Talent Pool Across East Anglia

Do you have a passion for supporting autistic individuals, people with learning disabilities or those experiencing mental health challenges?

Whether you come from a support work, care, residential, healthcare, youth work or community support background, Inspire EHC would love to hear from you.

We are expanding our specialist support talent pool across East Anglia and are looking for compassionate, resilient and dedicated individuals to support children, young people and adults with a range of additional needs.

We regularly work with specialist services, residential settings, supported living providers, autism services, mental health provisions and specialist educational settings across King's Lynn, Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft, Bury St Edmunds, Ipswich and Colchester.

The Role

As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in empowering individuals to live fulfilling and independent lives. Every day is different, but your support can have a lasting impact on a person's confidence, wellbeing, communication skills and overall quality of life.

You may support individuals with:

• Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC)

• Learning Disabilities

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH)

• ADHD

• Challenging Behaviour

• Speech and Communication Needs

• Complex Needs

• Anxiety and Mental Health Difficulties

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support tailored to individual needs.

• Build trusting and positive relationships.

• Promote independence, confidence and self-esteem.

• Support emotional wellbeing and positive mental health.

• Assist with daily living skills and life skills development.

• Encourage participation in activities and community engagement.

• Support individuals during challenging situations using positive behaviour approaches.

• Work collaboratively with families, colleagues and multidisciplinary teams.

• Maintain accurate records and follow safeguarding procedures at all times.

What We're Looking For

We would love to hear from individuals with experience in:

• Support Work

• Residential Care

• Autism Services

• Learning Disability Support

• Mental Health Services

• Youth Work

• Healthcare

• Community Support

• Social Care

You'll be:

• Compassionate and empathetic.

• Calm under pressure.

• Resilient and patient.

• A positive role model.

• Able to build strong professional relationships.

• Passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable individuals.

What Inspire EHC Can Offer

• Access to a wide range of specialist support opportunities across East Anglia.

• Flexible working options.

• Long-term and permanent career opportunities.

• Competitive rates of pay.

• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.

• Opportunities to gain valuable experience within specialist services.

• Career progression within the health, social care and specialist support sectors.

Apply Today

If you're passionate about supporting autistic individuals, people with learning disabilities or those experiencing mental health challenges, we'd love to welcome you to our growing talent pool.

Register your interest today and be among the first to hear about exciting opportunities across King's Lynn, Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft, Bury St Edmunds, Ipswich and Colchester.

Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities

Inspire EHC Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, right to work checks and verification of employment history.

Inspire EHC Ltd is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected.

Please note: We are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship for these opportunities.

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