Relief Support Worker - Rochdale

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

Job summary

Mencap is seeking passionate Relief Support Workers to make a difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. In this role, you'll assist with daily activities, provide emotional support, and ensure quality care within a diverse and lively environment.

Benefits

Flexibility to work hours of your choice

Annual leave based on accrued hours

Ongoing training and development

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication skills for relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities and provide emotional support.
• Support individuals with learning disabilities in their daily lives.
• Provide assistance for mobility and daily tasks.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Empathetic attitude

Flexibility

Job description

Job Advert

This role requires you to be a driver. (with a FULL UK Driving Licence and able to drive manual vehicles)

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Relief Support Workers to join our incredible team in Rochdale – OL12

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.

This Service is 2 gentleman that live together. They are both full of life and love a busy setting, being around the people. One gentleman requires a wheelchair 24/7. One gentleman can get himself about his home but requires a wheelchair at meal times and leaving the house. Full support is needed for both. They both love interaction in various different ways, Music, toys and balls… etc.. A drive out in their van is a favourite for both.

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.

Due to the location of the Service and the need to drive PWS vehicles - This role requires you to be a driver. (with a FULL UK Driving Licence and able to drive manual vehicles)

Contract options:

Relief Support Worker: flexible hours based on availability

Shift times:

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 10:00 to 18:00

· Sleep 8:00 to 23:00 (sleep- in) 7:00 to 9:00

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now!

Job ID 33804

Benefits

• • 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 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.