Support Worker

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Shipston-on-Stour; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wake night enhancement of £1.50 per hr

25 days annual leave plus bank hols (p

Extensive training and development

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card discounts

Refer a Friend scheme

Long service awards

Sick pay

Life assurance scheme

Staff recognition awards

Job summary

Heart of England Mencap is recruiting dedicated Support Workers for Rosedale in Shipston-on-Stour. You will help adults with learning disabilities live independently, gain skills and enjoy meaningful activities in a supportive team.

Roles include assisting with personal care, medication, daily living, community access and goal achievement. Training is provided and shifts run across mornings to evenings with a wake night option.

Qualifications

• Previous care or relevant support experience is preferred.
• A caring, positive and reliable approach.
• A willingness to learn and develop.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, wake nights and occasional sleep-ins.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred support.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with learning disabilities to live independently and develop new skills.
• Support customers with personal care where required.
• Prompting and administering medication as needed.
• Assist with daily living skills and promote independence.
• Help customers access the local community and attend social activities.
• Build positive relationships and promote wellbeing; support personal goals.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Job description

Location: Shipston-on-StourHours: Up to 40 hours per weekContract: PermanentSalary: £12.88 per hour

Join Heart of England Mencap and help people with learning disabilities lead fulfilling lives where they can thrive and reach their full potential.

We’re looking for caring and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our Supported Living team at Rosedale in Shipston-on-Stour.

Rosedale is home to 10 supported living flats with a large communal area and beautiful garden, providing a welcoming environment where customers are encouraged to live as independently as possible. Our customers enjoy an active social life, with regular trips, community activities and themed events at home, making every day different and rewarding.

At Heart of England Mencap, we foster an inclusive and supportive culture where every individual is valued, respected and empowered to grow. We invest in our people through training, development opportunities and ongoing support.

About the Role

Working as part of a friendly and experienced team, you will support adults with learning disabilities to live independently, develop new skills and enjoy fulfilling lives.

Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting customers with personal care where required
• Prompting and administering medication
• Supporting daily living skills and promoting independence
• Helping customers access the local community and attend social activities
• Building positive relationships and promoting wellbeing
• Supporting customers to achieve their personal goals

No two days are the same, and you’ll play an important role in helping customers lead active, meaningful lives.

Shift Patterns

We offer flexible shift patterns between 7:00am and 10:00pm, including:

• Early and late shifts
• Split shifts (for example, 7:00am–9:00am and 2:00pm–6:00pm)
• Wake nights: 10:00pm–7:00am (£1.50 per hour enhancement)
• Sleep-in shifts are also available

Please consider your commute before applying, particularly if you rely on public transport.

About You

• Previous care or relevant support experience is preferred
• A caring, positive and reliable approach
• A willingness to learn and develop
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, wake nights and occasional sleep-ins
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred support

Full training is provided.

What We Offer

• £12.88 per hour
• Wake night enhancement of £1.50 per hour
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Extensive training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders
• High street and online retailer discounts (Blue Light Card)
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Long service awards
• Sick pay
• Life assurance scheme
• Staff recognition awards

Summary

Salary

£12.88 per hour

Closing date