Support Worker - Easingwold

Mencap; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Mencap is looking for passionate Support Workers in Easingwold to make a difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You'll assist with daily activities, provide emotional support, and help individuals live independently. Join a caring team that values your contributions and offers ongoing training and development opportunities.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive, inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting others.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships.
• Positive attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily activities and emotional support.
• Support a young man with various activities each week.
• Help individuals develop life skills for independence.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Flexibility

Job description

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This role requires you to be a driver.

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Easingwold.

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 lives.

Do you love to be beside the seaside? Is snuggling down and watching a film your idea of a good night in? If you answer yes to either of these questions, then you're just who we're looking for to become a support worker at one of our registered services. We are looking to grow our team of dedicated, caring, and enthusiastic support workers to enable five individuals we support to live the lives they choose.

If you're supporting someone who enjoys activities, then perhaps our 1:1 support service is for you, where you'll support a young man with a different activity each week—be it football, swimming, or making the most of his National Trust tickets. This gentleman has endless energy and a real passion for fun; the support worker will need to match or surpass his enthusiasm.

If you want to support individuals with the life skills they need to live independently, we have a service for you too. Supporting our lovely ladies in their homes, you'll be with them throughout their day—helping in the kitchen, supporting them out for coffee, and making sure milk is bought on the way home. Small acts can mean a lot to someone striving for independence.

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.

This role requires you to be a driver.

Contract Options

• Full-time: 37.5 hrs

Shift Times

All our services are 24-hour care. We prepare rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can plan your personal and social life.

• Day shifts start from 7:00 am or 9:00 am and finish between 9:00 pm or 10:00 pm, usually split into 2 shifts. Some services also have sleep-in or waking night shifts.
• All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

JOB ID 33555

Benefits

Why join Mencap?

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + benefits like pension and holiday buying options. *Permanent/Fixed-term contracts only.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A supportive, inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

About Mencap

Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities to live happy and healthy lives. We support people with learning disabilities, their families, and carers, advocating for a kinder, fairer, and more inclusive society.

Everyone at Mencap works with people with learning disabilities, either providing support, advice, or as colleagues. Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.

Everyone should be treated well and feel included. We encourage all to apply regardless of experience; your personality and values are what matter. We will provide training and development to help you succeed in your role.