Female Support Worker - Newhaven

Mencap; Mount Pleasant; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Mencap seeks compassionate Female Support Workers in Newhaven, offering part-time roles (30 hours/week). The role involves providing crucial support to individuals with learning disabilities, ensuring they live fulfilling, independent lives. Applicants should possess strong communication skills, empathy, and flexibility for varied shifts. Benefits include 32 days paid holiday and more.

Benefits

32 days of paid holiday

Pension schemes

Discounts at high-street retailers

Health cash plans

Interest-free loans

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts.
• Positive attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, flexible support to individuals with learning disabilities.
• Assist individuals in living independently.
• Drive service users as needed.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Flexibility

Empathy

Job description

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Female Support Worker - Newhaven, Newhaven

Client:

Mencap

Location:

Newhaven, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

07.07.2025

Expiry Date:

21.08.2025

Job Description:

Job Advert

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our team in Newhaven. We have permanent part-time positions (30 hours per week).

At our Newhaven service, we support 6 people sharing their home and an individual living in the community. You will provide high-quality, flexible support to individuals with learning disabilities, helping them live independently and enjoy a fulfilling life. It is preferred if you hold a full UK driving licence, as some of the people we support have their own cars and would like you to be able to drive them to access various places.

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:

Part-time: 30 hours

Shift times:

All our services are 24-hour care. Rotas are prepared at least 4 weeks in advance, allowing you to plan your personal and social life.

• Days: Between 07:00-22:00
• Sleep-in shifts are available, with an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70.

*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, Schedule 9, Part 1.

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Benefits

Our benefits package includes 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro-rata), along with perks such as pension schemes, discounts at high-street retailers, health cash plans, interest-free loans, and more. For details, see the attached document outlining all benefits.