Part time Support Worker - Retford

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

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at Mencap as a Support Worker and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. This part-time role offers the chance to assist with daily activities and provide essential emotional support. Mencap values equality, diversity, and inclusion, creating a supportive environment where your contributions are recognized. With ongoing training and a variety of benefits, including generous annual leave and pension options, this is more than just a job—it's a chance to empower others and grow both personally and professionally. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career, apply now!

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and development

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Pension contributions into NEST Scheme

Death in service life cover

Interest free season ticket loans

Discounts and cashback at high street shops

Access to employee assistance program

Quarterly award scheme

Access to award winning training

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily activities and provide emotional support.
• Make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities.

Skills

Compassion

Flexibility

Empathy

Job description

Job Advert

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Worksop on a part-time basis.

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.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.

Contract options:

• Part-time

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.

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now!

*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

Benefits

• 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Annual leave increases with long service up to 27 days per year plus the ability to buy up to another 10 days via our HolidayPlus scheme.
• Service related sick pay when 6 month probation is completed.
• Pension contributions into NEST Scheme on a salary sacrifice basis meaning NI savings.
• Death in service life cover for a nominated beneficiary under our life assurance scheme.
• Loans for debt consolidation, bikes, computers and phones when you have been with us for 6 months.
• Interest free season ticket loans.
• Discounts and cashback from 3% to 30% at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more.
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc.
• Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support.
• Quarterly award scheme and recognition at every 5 years through our YouRock program.
• Access to award winning training and development.

*T&C's apply based on contract.

About Mencap

At Mencap we work in partnership with people with a learning disability. We do this by providing high quality, flexible services that support people, including young adults, to live as independently as possible in their own homes and in the community.

Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something meaningful. At Mencap, we can give you that. You will have opportunities to develop as a person, colleague, leader and activist.

You’ll make new friends and feel inspired to reach your potential. We will ask a lot of you - but you’ll get back so much more. With us, it is never ‘just a job’.

In return for your hard work and passion, we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.