Female Relief Support Worker - Worksop

Royal Mencap Society; Worksop; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS

Annual leave

Training and development

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Mencap in Worksop is seeking female relief support workers to join our dedicated team. Drivers with UK license are essential to move forward with recruitment.

You'll provide daily support, assist with activities, and offer emotional support to people with learning disabilities. We value flexibility for varied shifts, training opportunities, and an inclusive workplace where every person is treated with respect.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
• UK driving license is essential to proceed.
• Ability to work flexible shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities and personal care.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Contribute to 24-hour care rotas and planning.
• Support inclusion and teamwork within Mencap.

Skills

Compassionate care

Excellent communication

Flexible shifts

Empathetic attitude

Job description

Mencap is seeking passionate Female Relief Support Workers to join our incredible team in Worksop.

A driver is essential for this role. All candidates who do not hold a UK Driving License will not be able to move forward with the recruitment process.

As a Relief 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.

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.

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

*Due to the nature of this service, we are looking for female only applicants. This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.

An enhanced DBS will be required for the successful candidate

Flexibility to work the hours you choose

Annual leave entitlement based on hours accrued

Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.

A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. We're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers . We fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in. At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues.

Belonging at Mencap is for E veryone, Every day, Everywhere .

Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.

Every day we grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes.

Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.

We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies. We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We’re not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for.

£24,785 per annum, pro-rata + excellent benefits