Location
Royston, Hertfordshire | United Kingdom
Job description
Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking a passionate Support Worker to join our incredible team in Royston on a full or part time basis
As a Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You will be working with a diverse group of people, each with their own unique abilities and needs.
From assisting with daily activities to providing emotional support, you’ll play a vital role in their life.
About the service
This is a registered Service where we provide support to 5 people who share their home. People love to get out and about and enjoy bowling, movies, shopping, out for lunch, swimming and much more. Some of the people we support use a wheelchair to get out and about and need support around their health and well being.
What we're looking for:
- A genuine passion for supporting others.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.
Due to the nature of this service, we are looking for applicants who hold a full, clean driving licence as we have a service car that people love to get out and about in.
Shift times
This service provides 24 hr support. We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life! The day shifts are rota'd between 9am and 9pm.
There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £61.20.
What does a Support Worker do?
As a Support Worker you will be expected to provide an outstanding level of support that will help to ensure the people we support live a more comfortable, dignified, liberated and happy life. You will have excellent communication skills and be a naturally caring and patient personality. Typical responsibilities may include:
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Job ID: 30886
Benefits
Why join Mencap?
- 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + a variety of benefits including pension and holiday buying options.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.
About Mencap
Join us at Mencap and be part of a team that believes in equality, diversity, and inclusion. Together, we can create a brighter future for individuals with learning disabilities and empower them to break down any barriers they may face.
Mencap vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities.
If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now!
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .
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Salary
£10.91 per hour
