Support Worker

Mencap; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading charity organization is seeking dedicated Support Workers in Thornaby to provide meaningful support for individuals with learning disabilities. The role involves assisting with daily activities and ensuring a positive living environment. Ideal candidates will possess a genuine passion for helping others, excellent communication skills, and a flexible approach to working various shifts. This part-time role offers benefits like 24 days annual leave and ongoing training opportunities in a supportive setting.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting others.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships.
• Flexibility to work various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support to individuals with learning disabilities.
• Assist with daily activities and emotional support.
• Promote person-centred care for residents.

Skills

Compassion

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility

Empathy

Job description

Job Advert

Overview

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking two passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Thornaby. 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. You will be working in our registered living service helping to support 6 people, male and female both in the home and in the community. Our team promotes person‑centred support and positive behavioural support when supporting people with complex needs.

Key Responsibilities

Provide daily support to individuals with learning disabilities, including assistance with daily activities, emotional support, community participation and ensuring person‑centred care. Support 6 residents both in the home and in the community, promoting positive behavioural support and assisting with complex needs.

What we're looking for

• A genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication skills and 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

• Part‑time

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!
Day shifts are 3pm - 10pm, 8am - 4.30pm, 7am - 3pm.
Sleep‑ins: 22:00-07:00. There is also a sleep‑in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £62.45.

Benefits

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time) + a variety of benefits including pension and holiday buying options.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

*Please note that terms and conditions apply based on your contract.

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

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.