Opportunities Officer - Learning Disabilities

Job Description

Salary £31,611 - £33,987pa

Purpose of the Role

Day Opportunities Officer - Full Time (36 Hour)

Salary £31,611 - £33,987pa

Purpose of the Role

As a valued member of our dedicated team, you will play a key role in delivering personalised, meaningful activities for adults with learning disabilities. Your work will be guided by individual support plans, with the overarching aim of enhancing each person’s:

• Health and wellbeing
• Employability and life skills
• Social inclusion and community engagement
• Independence and confidence

You will also provide respectful and dignified support with personal care, tailored to each individual’s needs.

About The Role

• Reporting to:
  Day Centre Manager / Senior Officer
• Working hours:
  
  36 hours per week, Monday to Friday (Full Time).

Flexibility is required to support occasional activities outside of standard hours.

• Teamwork:
  While this role does not include formal line management, you will collaborate closely with volunteers and colleagues across various settings, offering guidance and support to help achieve positive outcomes for the people we support.
• Resources:
  You may be responsible for managing specific resources or budgets related to individual activities or projects.

Key Responsibilities

This role is varied and rewarding. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Planning and delivering engaging, person-centred activities that reflect the interests and goals of individuals
• Supporting individuals with personal care in a way that promotes dignity, choice, and independence
• Encouraging participation in community life and helping individuals build meaningful relationships
• Promoting skill development and confidence through tailored learning opportunities
• Working collaboratively with families, carers, and professionals to ensure consistent and holistic support
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of the service by sharing ideas and feedback
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring all activities are delivered in line with safeguarding and health & safety standards.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact St

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 20/02/26
, however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

You will be notified if your application has been successful. Interview date to be confirmed.

Please view Job Profile here

Additional Information

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The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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About Us

With its excellent transport links into central London, extensive town centre regeneration and the highest concentration of green space anywhere in London, Havering has a unique offer as a place to live, work and visit. By making the most of its position and opportunities, Havering is becoming a hub for start-ups and expanding businesses, as well as construction, logistics, engineering and manufacturing industries.

Find out why you should work for Havering Council.