Female Support Worker - Newhaven - Various hours

Mencap; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Support Workers to join their team in Newhaven. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You'll assist with daily activities, provide emotional support, and build meaningful relationships with a diverse group of people. The organization values inclusivity and offers ongoing training and development opportunities in a supportive environment. If you have a genuine passion for helping others and want to contribute to a kinder, fairer society, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

24 days annual leave

Pension options

Holiday buying options

Ongoing training and development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities and provide emotional support.
• Play a vital role in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities.

Skills

Compassion

Excellent Communication

Flexibility

Empathy

Job description

Job Advert

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Newhaven.

As a 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.

It is not essential that you are a driver but it is preferred.

Contract options:

· Full-time:37.5 hrs

· Part-time: flexible hours based on availability

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

· Waking Nights: 22:00-07:00

*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: 33699

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.

· 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.