Support Worker - Banbridge

Royal Mencap Society; Banbridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. As a Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing compassionate care, assisting with daily activities, and fostering meaningful connections. This role offers flexible shifts and a supportive work environment, ensuring you can balance your personal life while contributing to a noble cause. With ongoing training and development opportunities, you will be empowered to grow and thrive in your career while making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension plan

Holiday buying options

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Compassionate individuals with a passion for supporting others.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily activities and personal care.
• Provide emotional support and reduce social isolation.
• Use Positive Behaviour Support Strategies to enhance quality of life.

Skills

Caring and compassionate attitude

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility to work various shifts

Empathy towards individuals with learning disabilities

Ability to support personal care

Experience with Positive Behaviour Support Strategies

Job description

Due to the expansion of our current services, we are calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Banbridge, Northern Ireland.

As a Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You will work 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 lives.

What we're looking for:

• Caring, patient, and passionate about 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.
• Supporting people with their finances (paying bills, shopping, etc.)
• Actively reducing social isolation by supporting social groups and activities.
• Supporting with personal care, including helping people get ready for the day, medication support, and assisting with showering and bathroom needs.
• Using Positive Behaviour Support Strategies to help improve people’s quality of life.

Contract options:

• Full-time: 37.5 hrs
• Part-time

All our services are 24-hour care. We prepare rotas at least 4 weeks in advance, allowing you to plan your personal and social life!

• Days: Between 07:45-22:30
• Sleep-ins: 22:30-07:45

There is also a sleep-in option with an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70.

Note: Whilst Mencap is a licensed sponsor, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the current minimum salary requirements for Skilled Worker sponsorship under Home Office guidelines.

Vacancy ID: 33721

*All roles are subject to an enhanced disclosure check (Access NI Code of Practice and Policy on Rehabilitation of Offenders available on request), registration with NISCC, and suitable references.

Benefits include:

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time), pension, and holiday buying options.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

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 support people with learning disabilities, their families, and carers. We advocate for a kinder, fairer, and more inclusive society.

At Mencap, everyone works with people with learning disabilities, either providing support, advice, or as colleagues.

Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.

• Everyone is expected to treat people well and promote inclusivity.
• Every day is an opportunity to learn and grow, making mistakes and improving.
• Everywhere is a place where people feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.

We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues, including groups for Black and Asian colleagues, LGBTQIA+ community, disabled or those with long-term health conditions, women, parents, and carers, and their allies.

We encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap. We offer various contract types and working patterns. Experience is not mandatory; your personality and values are what matter. We will provide training and development to help you succeed in your role.