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They explain, support, and give education.
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Community homes, schools, hospitals, clinics (any two).
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Adaptive / special equipment.
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Adults recovering from stroke.
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Clinical psychologist.
Easy Read Job Roles Guide
(Learning Disability and Mental Health Field)
Page / Slide 3: Mental Health Nurse 👩⚕️
What They Do
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Support people with mental health needs.
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Give medicine safely.
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Listen and talk to people about their feelings.
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Help people feel safe and cared for.
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Work with families and other staff.
Main Jobs
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Assessment: Check how someone is feeling.
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Medication: Give and monitor medicines.
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Care Planning: Make a plan with the person.
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Support: Teach coping skills and daily routines.
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Teamwork: Work with doctors, therapists, and carers.
Where They Work
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Hospitals 🏥
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Community teams 🏠
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Clinics 🧑⚕️
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Specialist units 🔒
Page / Slide 4: Learning Disability Nurse 🌟
What They Do
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Support people with learning disabilities.
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Help with health checks and appointments.
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Teach skills for daily life and independence.
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Support families and carers.
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Make sure the person’s voice is heard.
Main Jobs
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Health Support: Check physical and mental health.
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Education: Explain health needs clearly.
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Care Planning: Make person-centred plans.
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Advocacy: Speak up for people with learning disabilities.
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Teamwork: Work with other nurses, doctors, and therapists.
Where They Work
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Community services 🏘️
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Schools 🎓
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Hospitals 🏥
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Specialist services 🌐
Page / Slide 5: Support Worker 🤝
What They Do
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Help people with everyday life.
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Support with cooking, cleaning, and travel.
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Help people make friends and join activities.
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Give emotional support.
Main Jobs
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Daily Living: Support with meals, money, and self-care.
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Community Life: Help with hobbies, jobs, and outings.
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Health Support: Go to health appointments with the person.
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Safety: Keep people safe and happy.
Where They Work
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Supported living homes 🏠
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Day centres 🏫
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In the community 🚶
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Residential care homes 🏡
Page / Slide 6: Social Worker 📋
Page / Slide 6: Social Worker 📋
What They Do
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Support people with their rights and choices.
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Help people and families through difficult times.
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Connect people to services and benefits.
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Protect children and adults from harm.
Main Jobs
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Assessment: Find out what support is needed.
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Care Planning: Organise services and support.
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Advocacy: Speak up for people’s rights.
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Safeguarding: Keep people safe from abuse.
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Support Families: Help families care for their loved one.
Where They Work
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Community services 🏘️
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Social services offices 🏢
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Hospitals 🏥
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Schools 🎓
Quiz / Activity Sheet 2 ✅
Questions
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Who gives medicine to people with mental health needs?
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What is one main job of a learning disability nurse?
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Name two things a support worker helps with.
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Who helps protect children and adults from harm?
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Which role helps people with cooking, cleaning, and travel?
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