Support Worker

Mencap; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Huntington, York seeks enthusiastic Support Workers for a permanent, full-time position. You will provide essential support to individuals with learning disabilities, helping them live independently and fostering meaningful relationships. Flexibility in working hours is key, as shifts will vary across mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. The company values training and personal attributes over specific experience, encouraging all passionate individuals to apply.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and development

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting others.
• Experience within the care sector is an advantage but not necessary.
• Drivers are essential for this service.

Responsibilities

• Supporting people to live independently, including household tasks.
• Building relationships and promoting community inclusion.
• Providing personal care and assistance with daily tasks.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility to work various shifts

Positive and empathetic attitude

Job description

Job Advert

We are looking for Support Workers to join our service in Huntington, York on a permanent, full-time basis (37.5 hours).

We are looking to grow our team of dedicated, caring and enthusiastic support workers. You will be working with a diverse group of people, each with their own unique abilities and needs. You will be expected to provide an outstanding level of support that will help to ensure the people we support live a happy life. You will have excellent communication skills and be a naturally caring and patient personality.

Typical Responsibilities

• Supporting people to live independently – budget management, paying bills, housework, organising appointments and cooking delicious healthy meals.
• Excellent communication skills and Relationship building – supporting the people we support to understand the world around them and promoting positive relationships.
• Community & Social Inclusion – supporting individuals to access and participate in their local community and social events to promote life skills and individuality.
• Personal care – helping people to get ready for the day. This may include prompting the people we support to take their medication and assisting with bathing, showering and using the bathroom. Not all Support Worker roles include high levels of personal care.

As each service is different, so too are the requirements and shift patterns. Shifts will be spread across mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends and bank holidays so flexibility is key. We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life!

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.
• Drivers are essential for this service.
• Experience within the care sector is an advantage but not a necessity as full training will be provided.

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.

Please note: We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are not able to support new visa applications or sponsorship requests for this vacancy.

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

Vacancy ID: 35119

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.

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.