Support Worker

Mencap; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A support organization in South Yorkshire is looking for compassionate Support Workers to assist individuals with learning disabilities. The role involves providing daily support and emotional assistance, requiring a positive attitude, excellent communication, and flexibility to work various shifts. Unique perks include 24 days of paid holiday and discounts at retailers. Join a team that values inclusivity and personal development.

Benefits

24 days paid holiday

Discounts at retailers

Health cash plans

Interest-free loans

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication skills to build meaningful relationships.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily activities and emotional support.
• Help in preparing for community outings.
• Participate in 24hr care services.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Flexibility

Empathy

Job description

Job Advert

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Goldthorpe.

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 life.

In our Goldthorpe service we support 2 individuals, with learning disabilities. This role requires Positive behaviours strategies training and can be a challenging but very fulfilling role. A sense of humour is a must and a willingness to support out in the community is needed.

What we're looking for

• 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.
• Positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.

Contract options

• Relief
• Part‑time: flexible hours based on availability up to 25 hours.

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 09:00‑22:00
• Nights: 22:00‑09:00

An enhanced DBS will be required for the successful candidate.

Job ID: 35212

Benefits

Here at Mencap, we offer an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward our employees to ensure that our teams feel valued and appreciated. Our benefits package offers 24 days of paid holiday (excluding bank holidays, pro‑rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high‑street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest‑free loans, and many more exciting offerings.

For more details on what we have to offer, please see the attached document and the following link with all the fantastic benefits available to you as a member of our team: https://jobs.mencap.org.uk/benefits.aspx

*T&C's apply based on 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.