Female Relief Support Worker - Kettering

Royal Mencap Society; Kettering; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Mencap Society is seeking passionate Female Relief Support Workers in Kettering. You will support individuals with learning disabilities, enabling them to live independently. This flexible role allows you to choose your shifts while making a meaningful impact on lives. The position offers comprehensive training and an inclusive work environment with excellent benefits.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Pension and holiday buying options

Qualifications

• No specific experience required; personality and values are key.
• Training and development provided for success.

Responsibilities

• Supporting independent living and community participation.
• Assisting with personal care and promoting positive relationships.
• Managing daily tasks like budgeting and cooking.

Skills

Flexibility

Positive mindset

Quick-thinking

Can-do attitude

Job description

Female Relief Support Worker - Kettering

We are looking to recruit passionate Relief Support Workers to join our dedicated team in the Corby Area.

Do you want to make a positive difference in people’s lives? Support work offers flexibility for those who find it difficult to commit to full or part-time roles. As a Relief Support Worker, you can choose shifts based on your availability and the needs of the service.

Flexibility is essential, as you may be required to work various shifts across weekdays, weekends, and bank holidays, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, sleep-ins, and waking nights. A positive mindset and a desire to improve the lives of individuals with learning disabilities are crucial. You should be quick-thinking and have a can-do attitude.

Role responsibilities include:

• Supporting individuals to live independently through tasks like budget management, paying bills, housework, organizing appointments, and cooking healthy meals.
• Building relationships to help individuals understand their environment and promoting positive relationships.
• Supporting community and social inclusion by encouraging participation in local events and promoting life skills and individuality.
• Assisting with personal care, including prompting medication, bathing, showering, and bathroom use. Not all roles require high levels of personal care.

*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

Vacancy ID: 33265

• 24 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) and benefits including pension and holiday buying options.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A supportive, inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

*Terms and conditions apply based on your contract.

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. We advocate for a kinder, fairer, and more inclusive society.

At Mencap, everyone works with people with learning disabilities, providing support, advice, or working alongside colleagues.

Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.

• Everyone is expected to treat people well and promote inclusivity.
• Every day is an opportunity to learn and grow, making improvements from mistakes.
• Everywhere should be a safe and respectful environment where individuals can be themselves.

We have Belonging network groups that meet online, open to all colleagues, including groups for Black and Asian colleagues, LGBTQIA+, disabled or those with long-term health conditions, women, parents, carers, and allies.

We encourage everyone to apply. We offer various contract types and working patterns. No specific experience is required; your personality and values are what matter. We will provide training and development to help you succeed.

£12.21 per hour plus excellent benefits.