Day Opportunities Officer - Learning Disabilities - Full Time (36 Hour)

TL;DR

Day Opportunities Officer (Learning Disabilities): Delivering personalised, meaningful activities for adults with learning disabilities with an accent on health and wellbeing, employability and life skills, social inclusion, and independence. Focus on planning and delivering person-centred activities, providing dignified personal care support, and promoting community engagement and confidence building.

Location: Onsite at Avelon Road Centre, Rainham, Essex, RM13 7DH, United Kingdom

Salary: £31,611 - £33,987 pa

Company

hirify.global, a local council serving residents in east London with a focus on community services and green spaces.

What you will do

• Plan and deliver engaging, person-centred activities based on individual support plans and interests.
• Provide respectful personal care support promoting dignity, choice, and independence.
• Encourage community participation and help build meaningful relationships.
• Promote skill development, employability, and confidence through tailored learning opportunities.
• Collaborate with families, carers, and professionals for holistic support.
• Contribute to service improvement, maintain records, and ensure compliance with safeguarding and health & safety standards.

Requirements

• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities in delivering activities and personal care.
• Ability to work 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with flexibility for occasional out-of-hours activities.
• Strong teamwork skills, including guiding volunteers and colleagues.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety, and record-keeping standards.
• Commitment to promoting independence, dignity, and community inclusion.

Culture & Benefits

• Diverse and inclusive workplace valuing all backgrounds.
• Opportunities in a growing area with excellent transport links to central London.
• Focus on safeguarding welfare of vulnerable adults, with DBS check required.
• Anonymised recruitment process.

Hiring process

• Submit application with supporting statement explaining how you meet the criteria (max 2 A4 sides).
• Applications close 24/04/2026 or earlier if high interest; successful applicants notified for interview.