Compassionate Support Worker for Learning Disabilities

Mencap; Beccles; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days holiday (excl. bank holidays)

Discounts at high-street retailers

Health cash plans

Interest-free loans

Other employee benefits

Job summary

Mencap in Beccles is seeking compassionate Support Workers to join our team. You will help individuals with learning disabilities with daily activities, provide emotional support, and build meaningful relationships.

The role requires a driver, flexibility across mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, and DBS check. We offer 24-hour care environments with rotas planned 4 weeks ahead.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to an equitable workforce.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting others and improving quality of life.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Positive, empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities and personal care as needed.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to individuals.
• Support service users across varying shifts and rota patterns.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Flexibility

Empathy

Job description

Mencap in Beccles is seeking compassionate Support Workers to join our team. You will help individuals with learning disabilities with daily activities, provide emotional support, and build meaningful relationships.

The role requires a driver, flexibility across mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, and DBS check. We offer 24-hour care environments with rotas planned 4 weeks ahead.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to an equitable workforce.