Relief Support Worker - Conwy Area

Royal Mencap Society; Conwy; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Annual leave entitlement

Training and development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Mencap in Conwy is seeking Relief Support Workers to join our caring team. You will help individuals with learning disabilities with daily activities, provide emotional support, and promote independence.

A full UK driving licence and access to your own car are required. You should be flexible to work shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays, with a positive, empathetic approach and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Excellent communication skills to build meaningful relationships.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Positive, empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with learning disabilities with daily activities.
• Provide emotional support and promote independence.
• Work across varied shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Skills

Driving licence

Communication

Flexibility

Empathy

Job description

Mencap are seeking Relief Support Workers to join our incredible team in Conwy.

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.

You will need a full driving licence for this role.

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.

This role requires you to hold a full, valid UK driving licence and have access to your own car .

Contract options:

Relief ( flexible hours based o n availability )

Most of 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!

There is also a non-contractual sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of£ 6 4 . 2 0 .

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references, one of which, must be your most recent / current employer.

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.

Vacancy ID: 36985

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.

• 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’s 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.

£25,054 per annum, pro-rata + excellent benefits

£37,259 per annum (pro rata) + Excellent Benefits