Relief Support Worker

Mencap; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in enhanced pay £64.20

Job summary

Mencap is recruiting care staff to support individuals with learning disabilities. The role covers 24-hour services with rotas planned at least four weeks in advance, and shifts between 07:00 and 22:00. A non-contractual sleep-in option offers enhanced pay (£64.20) per shift.

DBS checks and references are standard; sponsorship is not provided for this vacancy. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Positive and empathetic attitude toward individuals with learning disabilities.

Skills

Care passion

Communication

Flexibility

Empathy

Job description

From assisting with daily activities to providing emotional support, you'll play a vital role in their life. 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! 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 £64.20.

• 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.

Please note: This position does not meet the minimum salary requirements for a Health and Care visa under the UK Skilled Worker route, as set by the Home Office. Therefore, although Mencap is a licensed sponsor, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. 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.

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

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. 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.

• Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.
• Every day we grow and learn. It's okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes
• Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.

We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies. 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.

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.