Female Support Worker

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An inclusive support organization in Burgh Castle is seeking passionate Female Support Workers to help individuals with learning disabilities. You will assist with daily activities and emotional support, requiring excellent communication skills and a positive attitude. The role offers flexible part-time hours with various shifts, including sleep-ins for enhanced pay. Join us in our mission for a kinder, fairer society.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities.
• Provide emotional support.

Skills

Compassion

Excellent communication

Flexibility

Empathy

Job description

Job Advert
Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Female Support Workers to join our incredible team in Burgh Castle.
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.
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 SERVICE REQUIRES FEMALE ONLY DUE TO THE SERVICE NEEDS
Contract options:
Part time - 30 hours
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!

- Days: Between 07:00-22:00
- Sleep-ins: 22:00-07:00

There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70.
Vacancy ID: 34358
*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.
We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation and we particularly welcome and encourage disabled applicants and those from the Black and Asian communities to apply for the role as they are under-represented within the workforce.

Benefits
Why join Mencap?

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

*Please note that 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 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 everyone, 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.