Relief Support Worker - Abbotts Langley

Royal Mencap Society; Langley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Mencap Society in Abbots Langley is seeking a compassionate Relief Support Worker to help individuals with learning disabilities live fulfilling lives. You will assist with daily activities, provide emotional support, and contribute to a 24-hour care team dedicated to person-centered support.

The role requires excellent communication, flexibility to cover varied shifts, and a positive, empathetic attitude.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build meaningful relationships.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Positive, empathetic attitude toward individuals with learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities.
• Provide emotional support.
• Support 24-hour care rotas and planning within a team.
• Comply with DBS requirements and provide suitable references.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Empathy

Teamwork

Job description

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Relief Support Worker to join our incredible team in Abbots Langley.

You will 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 24hr care. We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life!

• Days: Between 7:00am -10:00pm

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

JOB ID: 36672

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Relief Support Worker to join our incredible team in Abbots Langley.

You will 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 24hr care. We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life!

• Days: Between 7:00am -10:00pm

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

JOB ID: 36672

• 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 carer’s. 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.