Male Support Worker

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Cardigan; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking dedicated Male Support Workers in Cardigan to assist individuals with learning disabilities. Successful candidates will be compassionate, possess excellent communication skills, and be flexible with their shifts. You'll help improve lives through daily assistance and emotional support in a diverse environment. Benefits include 24 days of paid holiday, health cash plans, and various perks. Join a team committed to inclusivity and support for all.

Benefits

24 days paid holiday

Discounts at leading retailers

Access to health cash plans

Interest-free loans

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities and provide emotional support.
• Work with a diverse group of individuals with unique abilities and needs.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility in shift work

Empathy towards individuals with learning disabilities

Job description

Job Advert This role requires you to be a driver, and hold a full UK driving licence.

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

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.

Contract options:

• Part-time: contract sizes available from 16 to 34 hours Shift times: Days: Between 07:00-22:00 There is also a non contractual sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70 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 All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

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.

Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are not able to support new visa applications or sponsorship requests for this vacancy.

Due to the nature of this service, we are looking for male only applicants.

This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part.

Benefits

• Our benefits package offers 24 days of paid holiday (excluding bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings.
• For more details on what we have to offer, please see the attached document and below link with all the fantastic benefits available to you as a member of our team.
• T&C's apply based on 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.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme.