Relief Community Support Worker - Ilkeston

Royal Mencap Society; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave entitlement based on hrs

Ongoing training and development

Supportive and inclusive work env

Flexibility to work various shifts

Job summary

Relief Community Support Worker - Ilkeston, Derbyshire, is a role with Royal Mencap Society, offering the chance to support people with learning disabilities in their daily lives. You will help with activities, provide reassurance, and help individuals participate in community activities across seven days.

We are an equitable, diverse organisation encouraging disabled applicants and those from underrepresented communities to apply.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting others and building relationships.
• Excellent communication skills and empathy.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities and routines.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Work across 7 days with a rotating rota.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

Relief Community Support Worker - Ilkeston

• Relief Community Support Worker - Ilkeston

Job Advert

Mencap are seeking Relief Support Workers to join our incredible team in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

As a Relief 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.

All our services are 7 days a week. We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life!

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.

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

Job ID: 37086

Flexibility to work the hours you choose

Annual leave entitlement based on hours accrued

Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.

A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

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!

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.

• Everyoneis expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.
• Every daywe grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes
• Everywherepeople will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.

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.

£24,785 per annum (pro-rata) + excellent benefits