Relief Support Worker Bradford

Royal Mencap Society; Bradford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Relief Support Worker in Bradford, where you will make a significant impact on the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. This role offers flexible shifts and the chance to engage in a variety of activities, ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment. Mencap values your contributions and provides ongoing training opportunities to help you succeed.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Supportive work environment

Annual leave entitlement

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily activities.
• Provide emotional support.
• Work with diverse groups of people.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Flexibility

Job description

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

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 lives - they have varied interests; from Zumba classes, pottery, swimming, theatre trips and annual holidays.

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.

Contract options:

·Relief - with ample opportunity to do overtime & pick up shifts

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 07:00-10:00, 10.-15.00, 15.00-22.00

JOB ID 33789

*Due to the nature of this service, we are looking for female only applicants. This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.

* An enhanced DBS will be required for the successful candidate (Paid for by Mencap, T&Cs apply)

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.

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.

·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 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.

£24,414 per annum, pro-rata + excellent benefits