Relief Support Worker - Corby

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

Job summary

A leading charity is seeking a dedicated Relief Support Worker in Corby to enhance the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. The role offers flexible shifts, a supportive environment, and comprehensive training, focusing on community inclusion and personal independence.

Benefits

24 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension plan

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• No experience mandatory; personality and values are emphasized.
• Training provided to help succeed in the role.

Responsibilities

• Supporting independence through managing budgets, housework, and healthy meal preparation.
• Building relationships and fostering positive interactions.
• Assisting with personal care and community participation.

Skills

Positive mindset

Quick-thinking

Can-do attitude

Job description

We are looking to recruit passionate Relief Support Worker to join our dedicated team of Support Workers in the Corby Area.

Do you want to make a positive difference to people’s lives? Support Work is ideal for those who want to help but need flexibility due to other commitments. As a Relief Support Worker, you can choose shifts based on your availability and the needs of the service.

Flexibility is essential as shifts vary across mornings, afternoons, evenings, sleep-ins, and waking nights, including weekdays, weekends, and bank holidays. A positive mindset and a desire to improve the lives of individuals with learning disabilities are crucial. You should be quick-thinking and have a can-do attitude. Your role will involve providing support that enables individuals to live more independent, dignified, and happy lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting independence: managing budgets, paying bills, housework, organizing appointments, and preparing healthy meals.
• Relationship building: helping individuals understand their environment and fostering positive relationships.
• Community & Social Inclusion: assisting individuals to access and participate in community activities and social events.
• Personal care: supporting with daily routines, medication prompts, bathing, showering, and bathroom use. Note: not all roles involve high levels of personal care.

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

Vacancy ID: 33995

• 24 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time), pension, holiday buying options, and other benefits.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A supportive, inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

*Terms and conditions apply based on your contract.

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 support people with learning disabilities, their families, and carers, advocating for a kinder, fairer, and more inclusive society.

Everyone at Mencap works with individuals with learning disabilities, either providing support, advice, or as colleagues.

Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.

• Everyone is expected to treat others well and promote inclusivity.
• We believe in growth and learning, and we learn from mistakes to improve.
• We strive for a respectful, valued, and safe environment where everyone can be themselves.

We have Belonging network groups for colleagues who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long-term health condition, women, parents, carers, and allies.

We encourage everyone to apply. We offer various contract types and working patterns. Experience is not mandatory; your personality and values are what matter. We provide training to help you succeed in your role.

Salary: £24,570 per annum, pro-rata, plus excellent benefits.