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Specialist Support Worker

United Kingdom, Clacton-on-Sea Employment contract 12.21 - 12.40 GBP / Hour · Job Posted April 11, 2026
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This is a highly specialist and rewarding opportunity to support a young woman transitioning from long-term hospital care (over 8 years) into her own home within the community. You will be supporting an individual with: Anorexia Nervosa (requiring structured mealtime support), Autism Spectrum Disorder with sensory sensitivities, OCD, trauma, and C-PTSD, Severe anxiety and a history of self-injurious behaviours. Support is delivered within a highly structured package, including: 3:1 support during the day, 2 waking night staff + 1 sleep-in, Ongoing clinical and management oversight. This is not a standard support role. It requires consistency, resilience, and the ability to work within structured, clinically informed approaches.

Job Responsibility

  • Provide structured, consistent, person-centred support
  • Support highly structured mealtimes using agreed guidance
  • Maintain clear, gentle but firm boundaries to ensure safety
  • Support emotional regulation and identify early signs of distress
  • Work within a low-stimulus, calm environment
  • Build trusting and positive relationships over time
  • Promote independence at an appropriate pace
  • Follow detailed care plans and risk management strategies
  • Work collaboratively with clinical teams and management
  • Support with daily living tasks, including personal care
  • Encourage access to the community where appropriate

Requirements

  • A caring, compassionate, and resilient approach
  • Experience supporting individuals with complex mental health needs and/or eating disorders
  • Ability to remain calm and consistent under pressure
  • Confidence working with risk and structured care plans
  • Strong communication skills and emotional intelligence
  • Understanding of person-centred care and trauma-informed approaches
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a coordinated team
  • Flexibility and commitment to long-term support consistency

Nice to have

  • Experience with eating disorders, autism, sensory needs, or trauma-informed care
  • Knowledge of PBS, PROACT-SCIPr, or similar approaches
  • NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
  • Full UK driving licence

What we offer

  • Flexible Working
  • Comprehensive Training
  • Career Progression
  • Supportive Team Environment
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Reward Gateway
  • £500 Refer-a-Friend Scheme
  • Funded DBS Check
  • Paid Pre-Employment Training
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