Female Support Worker

Mencap; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A notable charitable organization is seeking a compassionate Female Support Worker in Long Eaton, Nottingham. If you have a passion for supporting individuals with learning disabilities and want to make a difference, this role enables you to assist in daily activities and provide emotional support. The position includes working on a flexible schedule with ongoing training and development opportunities. Benefits include 24 days annual leave and pension.

Benefits

24 days annual leave

Pension

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting others.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities.
• Provide emotional support to individuals.
• Work within a diverse group of people with unique abilities.

Skills

Compassion

Excellent communication

Flexibility

Empathetic attitude

Job description

Overview

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking a passionate Female Support Worker to join our incredible team in Long Eaton, Nottingham. As a Female Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals we support 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.

Contract options

20 hour contract working on a fixed four week rolling rota including evening, sleep ins and weekends.

Shift times

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

Sleep-in shifts you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70.

* An enhanced DBS will be required for the successful candidate (Paid for by Mencap, T&Cs apply)

Job ID: 34636

*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.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + a variety of benefits including pension.

• 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'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.