Job title and organisation: Day Opportunities Support Worker - The Advonet Group
Salary: £13,333.22 (£23,809 pro rata)
Hours: 21
Contract: Permanent
Location: Unity A3, Unity Business Centre, 26 Roundhay Road, Leeds, LS7
Closing Date and Time: Tuesday 18 November 2025
The Advonet Group values and respects the diversity of backgrounds, experiences and knowledge that staff, volunteers and job applicants bring. All our staff undertake mandatory training on both Equality and Diversity and LGBTQ+ Awareness to increase awareness and understanding of discrimination both in and out of the workplace, with a view to reduce the impact this has on our colleagues and the wider community. This creates a workplace where staff feel comfortable to be themselves and empowers them, and our service users, to use their unique experiences to inform their work.
Benefits of working with us:
- Up to 31 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Access to a cashback health plan and Employee Support scheme
- Free parking near the city centre
- Flexible and remote working
- Welcoming, inclusive and supportive environment
The Advonet Group is looking for a Day Opportunities Support Worker to join our friendly and dedicated Learning Disability team. This is a rewarding role supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and other support needs to achieve their goals, build independence, and take part in meaningful activities in Leeds and the surrounding area.
About the Role
As a Day Opportunities Support Worker, you will:
- Plan and run engaging group and individual sessions in line with members’ interests and goals.
- Support people to develop life skills such as cooking, shopping, and using public transport.
- Enable participation in leisure activities such as cinema trips, bowling, or meals out.
- Keep clear and accurate records including progress notes, one-page profiles, and risk assessments.
- Promote equality, dignity, and respect in everything you do, ensuring members’ voices shape the service.
- Work closely with colleagues, volunteers, and carers to create safe, inclusive, and fun opportunities.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about empowering people with learning disabilities and committed to person-centred support.
- Experienced in supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, or similar support needs.
- A great communicator who can adapt to different needs (Makaton knowledge a bonus but not essential).
- Organised, reliable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Confident using IT (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Zoom, Canva).
- Knowledgeable about safeguarding, equality and diversity, and confidentiality.
To apply for this role, please complete the application form. Please refer to the job description and person specification and return to jobs@advonet.org.uk
Reasonable adjustments can be requested if you are successful in getting an interview.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and particularly welcome applicants from those who have lived experience of autism and have other disabilities or come from diverse communities.
If you would like more information or an informal chat about the post, please call on 0113 2440606 and ask to speak to Alex Toothill.
The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.
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