Support Worker - Basingstoke

Royal Mencap Society; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht engagierte Support Workers, die eine Leidenschaft für die Unterstützung von Menschen mit Lernbehinderungen haben. In dieser Rolle werden Sie Teil eines 24/7-Services, der darauf abzielt, Individuen zu helfen, ein selbstbestimmtes Leben zu führen. Ihre Aufgaben umfassen die Unterstützung bei täglichen Aktivitäten und das Schaffen eines sicheren, respektvollen Umfelds. Diese Position bietet die Möglichkeit, bedeutungsvolle Beziehungen aufzubauen und einen positiven Einfluss auf das Leben der Menschen zu haben. Wenn Sie bereit sind, einen Unterschied zu machen, bewerben Sie sich jetzt!

Benefits

32 Tage bezahlter Urlaub

Rabatte bei führenden Einzelhändlern

Zugang zu Gesundheitsplänen

Zinsfreie Darlehen

Qualifications

• Leidenschaft für die Unterstützung von Menschen mit Lernbehinderungen.
• Fähigkeit, bedeutungsvolle Beziehungen aufzubauen.

Responsibilities

• Unterstützung von Individuen bei der Teilnahme an Aktivitäten.
• Flexibles Arbeiten in verschiedenen Schichten, einschließlich Wochenenden.

Skills

Empathische Kommunikation

Flexibilität

Beziehungsaufbau

Positive Einstellung

Job description

We are looking for Support Workers to join our Service based in Basingstoke on a full-time or part-time permanent basis.

About the Service

Our Service is a 24/7 Registered Service dedicated to supporting individuals in leading the lifestyles they choose within a safe environment.

Currently, we support five people - two gentlemen and three ladies. They enjoy each other's company while respecting personal space. They participate in activities such as art and craft, coffee mornings, cinema visits, meals out, and days trips, both together and individually with staff support.

One of the ladies enjoys her own space, watching TV, relaxing in her bedroom, shopping, and dining out. She loves chatting with Support Workers about her travels and visits with her family. The gentlemen enjoy outings like farm visits, cinema, meals, events, dancing classes, and shopping.

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.

Contract options

• Full-time: 37.5 hours per week.
• Part-time: various hours depending on availability.
• Shifts between 7am-10pm, including weekends.

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

Additional Benefits

At Mencap, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro-rated).
• Discounts at leading retailers.
• Access to health cash plans.
• Interest-free loans.
• And many more exciting benefits.

For more details, please see the attached document outlining all the benefits available to our team members.

About Mencap

Join us at Mencap and be part of a team committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Together, we can create a brighter future for individuals with learning disabilities and empower them to overcome barriers.

Mencap's vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities.

If you're ready for a rewarding career that makes a real difference, apply now!