MAPA trained Support Workers

Adecco • Temporary • Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom • £15.56 / hour • 1h ago

MAPA Trained Support Workers

Location: Ernest Bold Centre, Wolverhampton
Pay Rate: £15.56 per hour
Hours: Shift work available across seven days, including evenings and weekends

About the Role

We are currently recruiting experienced and dedicated Support Workers to join our team at the Ernest Bold Centre in Wolverhampton.

This is an excellent opportunity for compassionate professionals who are committed to supporting vulnerable individuals while maintaining the highest standards of safety, dignity and care. Successful candidates will play a key role in creating a safe and positive environment, supporting individuals with complex needs and responding effectively to challenging situations when required.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must hold:

Valid MAPA (Management of Actual or Potential Aggression) Training
Moving and Handling certification
Previous experience working in a support, care, or specialist setting
A strong understanding of safeguarding principles and person-centred care

Key Responsibilities

As a MAPA Trained Support Worker, you will be expected to:

Recognise and respond to early signs of distress, agitation, or escalating behaviour
Use effective communication and verbal de-escalation techniques to minimise risk and prevent incidents from escalating
Maintain safe positioning and professional awareness at all times
Apply approved safe disengagement and breakaway techniques when necessary
Safely withdraw from unwanted physical contact while preserving the dignity and wellbeing of all individuals involved
Support the safety of service users, colleagues and visitors
Follow agreed risk management procedures and seek assistance when required
Complete accurate incident reporting and record keeping in line with organisational policies

What We're Looking For

We are seeking individuals who are:

Calm, resilient and professional under pressure
Confident in applying MAPA principles and techniques
Passionate about delivering high-quality support and care
Excellent communicators with a positive and proactive approach
Committed to promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing

If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge and lead a team that prioritises care and compassion, apply now!

If you do not hear back within 5 days unfortunately your application has not been successful.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

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