Support Worker - Brighton

Royal Mencap Society; Brighton; On-site; GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Male Support Workers to join a vibrant team in Brighton & Hove. This rewarding role involves assisting individuals with learning disabilities in their daily lives, fostering their independence, and supporting them in various activities. With a focus on person-centered care, you'll help make a real difference in their lives. Flexibility is key, as you'll work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays. Join a supportive environment that values equality and inclusion, and embark on a meaningful career that empowers individuals to thrive.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Pension scheme

Holiday buying options

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities and provide emotional support.
• Support individuals in their hobbies and community outings.

Skills

Compassion

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Empathy

Tools

UK Driving Licence

Job description

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Male Support Workers to join our incredible team in Brighton & Hove. Drivers required

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.

The people within the service have a busy schedule and love to be out and about but will require support when going out in the community. The adults we support enjoy a variety of hobbies and activities.

At our Brighton service, we have four properties where you will be supporting both ladies and gentlemen in our supported living service. We also support a number of people throughout our outreach services – in total we support 43 people! Ages range from 18 to 75 – offering a real variety in both personalities and experiences of the people we support, which allows us to clearly focus on our person centred approach.

The people we support in Brighton & Hove see many things as being important to them, be it through supporting them in adult life with a large variety of activities and developing both existing and new skills. You will be supporting people with their daily living tasks with things like finances, shopping for all things and healthy menu planning. You will also support individuals with their hobbies, be it through swimming, hosting parties or baking – who doesn’t enjoy a cheeky slice of cake?

Furthermore, you will also be required to support a number of people through our outreach service throughout Brighton & Hove - ensuring that no two days will be the same with Mencap.

Flexibility is important as support is delivered throughout the day, with shifts spread across morning, afternoons and evenings. You will be required to work some weekends and some bank holidays.

What we're looking for:

1. A genuine passion for supporting others.
2. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
3. Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
4. A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.
5. Must hold a UK driving licence.

Contract options:

1. Part-time: flexible hours based on availability.
2. 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + a variety of benefits including pension and holiday buying options.
3. Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
4. A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

Join us at Mencap and be part of a team that believes in equality, diversity, and inclusion. Together, we can create a brighter future for individuals with learning disabilities and empower them to break down any barriers they may face.

Mencap's vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now!

About Mencap

At Mencap we work in partnership with people with a learning disability. We do this by providing high quality, flexible services that support people, including young adults, to live as independently as possible in their own homes and in the community.

Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something meaningful. At Mencap, we can give you that. You will have opportunities to develop as a person, colleague, leader and activist.

You’ll make new friends and feel inspired to reach your potential. We will ask a lot of you - but you’ll get back so much more. With us, it is never ‘just a job’.

In return for your hard work and passion, we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.

£24,570 per annum, pro-rata + excellent benefits