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Mencap; Belper CP; On-site; GBP 15,004,000 - 21,370,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days holiday + bank holidays (pro R

Discounts at major retailers

Job summary

Mencap in Belper is seeking compassionate FEMALE SUPPORT WORKERS to join our team. You will support individuals with learning disabilities with daily activities and emotional support, helping them achieve their goals in a supported living setting.

The role is part-time, 20 hours per week, with shifts from 07:00 to 23:00 across a rotating pattern. A Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care is preferred, but we will support training; driving licence is helpful but not essential.

Qualifications

• Relationship-building to gain trust and establish open communication.
• Patience and understanding to navigate challenging situations.
• Conflict resolution techniques for constructive handling of disputes.
• Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards one.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily activities and provide emotional support.
• Assist with personal care, finances, activities and daily living tasks as needed.
• Engage clients in activities and day trips to promote well-being.

Skills

Relationship Building

Patience and Understanding

Conflict-Resolution

Level 2 Health & Social Care

Education

Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care

Job description

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals!

Mencap is seeking passionate FEMALE SUPPORT WORKERS to join our incredible team in Belper.

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.

Our supported living service is home to individuals who require support with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health needs, and communication difficulties. We need Support Workers to provide the physical and emotional support that our people we support need every day. This includes assistance with personal care, medication, finances, activities and everything else to help them achieve their goals and aspirations.

Qualities and Skills Required

• Relationship Building: Essential for gaining the trust of the people we support, establishing open communication, and building lasting relationships.
• Patience and Understanding: Important for navigating challenging situations effectively.
• Conflict-Resolution Techniques: Necessary for managing and resolving conflicts in a constructive manner.
• Ideally will hold a Level 2 qualification or above in Health and Social Care or be willing to work towards one.

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.
• People who enjoy interactivity with the people we support. Some activities include: Sightseeing, daytrips etc.
• Driving licence preferred but not essential.

Contract options

• 20 hours per week
• Shifts varying between 07:00-23:00
• Week 1: Tue, Fri, Sat
• Week 2: Tue, Fri, Sun
• Week 3: Tue, Fri, Sun
• Week 4: Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun
• *All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references

Here at Mencap, we offer an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward our employees to ensure that our teams feel valued and appreciated.

Our benefits package offers 24 days of paid holiday plus 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.

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.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

Female Support Worker - Belper

Company: Mencap

Salary: £12.71 to £12.71 an hour

Hours: Part-time

Location: Belper, DE56

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 11 Sept 2026

Closing date: 24 Sept 2026

Summary

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals!

Mencap is seeking passionate FEMALE SUPPORT WORKERS to join our incredible team in Belper.

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.

Our supported living service is home to individuals who require support with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health needs, and communication difficulties. We need Support Workers to provide the physical and emotional support that our people we support need every day. This includes assistance with personal care, medication, finances, activities and everything else to help them achieve their goals and aspirations.

Qualities and Skills Required:

- Relationship Building: Essential for gaining the trust of the people we support, establishing open communication, and building lasting relationships.

- Patience and Understanding: Important for navigating challenging situations effectively.

- Conflict-Resolution Techniques: Necessary for managing and resolving conflicts in a constructive manner.

- Ideally will hold a Level 2 qualification or above in Health and Social Care or be willing to work towards one.

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.

- People who enjoy interactivity with the people we support. Some activities include: Sightseeing, daytrips etc.

- Driving licence preferred but not essential.

Contract options:

- 20 hours per week

Shift times/patterns:

- Shifts varying between 07:00-23:00

- Week 1: Tue, Fri, Sat

- Week 2: Tue, Fri, Sun

- Week 3: Tue, Fri, Sun

- Week 4: Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun

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