Flexible Care & Support Worker (Evenings & Weekends)

Mencap; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days of paid holiday

Discounts at leading retailers

Health cash plans

Interest-free loans

Many more offerings

Sleep-in pay £64.20

Job summary

Mencap is looking for dedicated Support Workers to join our fantastic team in Dunstable. You’ll help people with learning disabilities with daily activities, provide emotional support and companionship, and work within an inclusive team to improve lives.

The role is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with day shifts (07:00–22:00) and sleep-ins (22:00–07:00). Sleep-ins are paid at £64.20 per sleep-in, and we offer inclusion-friendly benefits and discounts.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• A positive, empathetic, and person-centred approach.

Responsibilities

• Support with everyday activities.
• Offer emotional encouragement and companionship.

Skills

Passion for supporting others

Excellent communication skills

Shifts flexibility

Person-centred approach

Job description

Mencap is looking for dedicated Support Workers to join our fantastic team in Dunstable. You’ll help people with learning disabilities with daily activities, provide emotional support and companionship, and work within an inclusive team to improve lives.

The role is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with day shifts (07:00–22:00) and sleep-ins (22:00–07:00). Sleep-ins are paid at £64.20 per sleep-in, and we offer inclusion-friendly benefits and discounts.