Support Worker/Befriender - Sherburn

Royal Mencap Society; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Royal Mencap Society is seeking a part-time Support Worker/Befriender to provide essential support for individuals with learning disabilities in their local community. You will assist with daily activities, promote independence, and engage in meaningful interactions. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity for additional hours, contributing to a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Flexibility to work the hours you choose

Annual leave entitlement based on hours accrued

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting others.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships.
• Positive attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support with shopping, household chores, cooking, and medical appointments.
• Promote independence and confidence in using public transport.
• Assist in attending social groups and day trips.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Job description

Mencap are seeking a Support Worker/Befriender to work with two ladies in the Sherburn area of County Durham supporting them each for 4hours per week. With the total hours of 8 per week if would be beneficial if candidates lives local to the Sherburn area.

As a Support Worker/Befriender, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities, supporting with things such as: shopping; household chores; cooking; day trips; attending social groups; increasing confidence on public transport; increasing and promoting independence; attending medical appointments; collecting medication.

There are other people we support in the area close to Sherburn so you would be able to pick up extra shifts if you wanted to, this can be discussed further at interview.

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:

· Contract - Part-time 8hrs per week with potential of more which would be discussed at interview

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

We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation and we particularly welcome and encourage disabled applicants and those from the Black and Asian communities to apply for the role as they are under-represented within the workforce.
Job ID: 34009

• Flexibility to work the hours you choose
• Annual leave entitlement based on hours accrued
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• 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'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.

·Everyoneis expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.

·Every daywe grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes

·Everywherepeople 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.