Relief Support Worker - Selby

Mencap; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Mencap cherche un 'Relief Support Worker' passionné pour rejoindre son équipe à Thorpe Willoughby. Le rôle implique d'assister individuellement des personnes avec des handicaps d'apprentissage en fournissant un soutien émotionnel et en favorisant leur autonomie. Mencap offre une formation complète et valorise un environnement de travail inclusif.

Benefits

Formation continue et opportunités de développement

Environnement de travail inclusif

Heures de travail flexibles

Accès à des réductions exclusives et cashback

Congés annuels selon heures accumulées

Plan de santé pour dentaire, lunettes, thérapies

Assistance d'employé 24/7

Accès à des formations primées

Qualifications

• Passion sincère pour le soutien aux autres.
• Bonne capacité à établir des relations significatives.
• Attitude positive et empathique envers les personnes avec des handicaps d'apprentissage.

Responsibilities

• Assister avec les activités quotidiennes.
• Fournir un soutien émotionnel aux individus avec des handicaps d'apprentissage.
• Travailler avec une équipe pour offrir un service de 24 heures.

Skills

Communication

Empathie

Flexibilité

Job description

Job Advert

Drivers are preferred for this role.

We are looking to recruit a passionate Relief Support Worker to join our dedicated team of Support Workers in Thorpe Willoughby.

Experience within the care sector is an advantage but not a necessity as full training will be provided!

As a 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.

Benefits

• Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

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 - flexible hours based on availability

Shift Times:

All our services are 24hr care.

Days: Between 07:00-10:00 AND

Sleep-ins: 10:00-07:00

Vacancy ID: 33811

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

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.

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

Benefits

Working with us means you'll not only be making a positive difference in people's lives, but you'll also enjoy various rewards and benefits, including:

• Flexible working hours to suit your schedule
• Exclusive discounts and cashback ranging from 3% to 30% at major high street shops, supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, theme parks, and holidays through Mencap Extras
• Annual leave entitlement based on hours accrued.
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan that covers dental, glasses, therapy, and more.
• Free access to an employee assistance program providing round-the-clock advice and support.
• Access to award-winning training and development opportunities to help you grow and succeed.

Please note that terms and conditions may vary based on your employment 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'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.

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.