Female Support Worker

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

Job summary

A leading support organization in Aberystwyth is seeking compassionate Female Support Workers to assist individuals with learning disabilities. Key responsibilities include daily activities support and building relationships. The ideal candidate must possess a full UK driving licence and show flexibility in working hours. Competitive benefits include training, annual leave, and a supportive environment.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting others.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities and provide emotional support.
• Develop meaningful relationships through effective communication.
• Work with a diverse group of people, respecting their needs.

Skills

Compassion

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility

Empathy

Job description

Overview

Job Advert

This role requires you to be a driver and hold a full UK driving licence. Mencap is seeking compassionate and dedicated Female Support Workers to join our team in Aberystwyth.

As a Female 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities and provide emotional support to individuals with learning disabilities.
• Develop meaningful relationships through effective communication.
• Work with a diverse group of people, respecting their needs and abilities.

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, and hold a full UK driving licence.

Contract and shifts

• Full-time: 37.5 hrs
• Shift times: 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.
• Sleep-in available with an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70.

Requirements and notices

• All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
• 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.
• Job ID 34507.
• We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation and we particularly welcome and encourage disabled applicants and those from Black and Asian communities to apply for the role as they are under-represented within the workforce.

Benefits

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + 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

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 support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers, and fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society.

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 everyone, every day, everywhere. Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation. We grow and learn together, and we strive to ensure people feel respected, valued and safe to be themselves.

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

We encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and offer a variety of contract types and working patterns. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for.