Support Worker

HF Mencap; Greater London, London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Support Worker, where your compassion and enthusiasm can truly make a difference. In this fulfilling role, you will support individuals with learning disabilities and autism, helping them to lead happy and independent lives. Engage in diverse activities, from personal training to community outings, while fostering positive relationships. This role requires no prior experience, just a dedication to making a positive impact and a willingness to learn. If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can contribute to the well-being of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Caring and compassionate individuals dedicated to supporting clients with learning disabilities.
• Proficient swimmers and excellent communicators.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in leading fulfilling lives through various activities.
• Provide personal care and support community inclusion.

Skills

Intermediate-level swimming abilities

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Resilience

Determination

Impartiality

Job description

Title: Support Worker

Hours: Full (36 hours) OR part-time hours

Salary: £12.54 per hour

Location: Hammersmith/Fulham/Shepherds Bush/Hounslow (and surrounding areas) - Please ensure you are within commutable distance before applying.

NO sponsorship Available

Are you a caring, compassionate, and enthusiastic individual with a passion for making a positive impact on others' lives? Join our team at HF Mencap as a Support Worker, where no prior experience is necessary!

We are looking for individuals who are dedicated to supporting our clients with learning disabilities and/or autism and are proficient swimmers. As a Support Worker, your primary responsibility will be to assist our clients in leading happy, fulfilling, and independent lives by engaging in activities within our center and out in the community.

Our shifts vary from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with training days extending until 8 p.m. The centre operates from Monday to Saturday, providing a wide range of activities such as personal training sessions, digital skills workshops, health and wellbeing programs, local outings, movie nights, bowling, and swimming.

In this role, you will play a crucial part in helping our clients build positive relationships and become valued members of their local community. Upholding the values of HF Mencap, you will be expected to deliver exceptional service that promotes comfort, dignity, freedom, and happiness for the individuals we support.

Your duties as a Support Worker will vary based on the specific needs of our service users. These include providing personal care, fostering excellent communication and relationship-building skills, and supporting community and social inclusion to enhance life skills and individuality.

Essential skills for this role include intermediate-level swimming abilities. Additionally, you should be proficient in maintaining accurate records, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, and demonstrating resilience, determination, and impartiality in challenging situations. A willingness to embrace new digital knowledge and skills, act flexibly and innovatively, and respond positively to feedback is also essential.

At HF Mencap, we strongly encourage all our colleagues to receive the Covid-19 vaccine to safeguard each other and the individuals we support. Furthermore, all support workers are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which HF Mencap will cover.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Join us at HF Mencap and make a difference!