Support Worker: Driving, Personal Care & Community

Mencap; Bury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Retail discounts

Health plan

Interest-free loans

Benefits package

Job summary

Mencap in the Bury area is recruiting two enthusiastic Support Workers to assist a gentleman and a lady living together. You will help with personal care, meal prep, home upkeep and accompany them to appointments and activities in the community.

The role requires a driver, ability to drive manual and automatic cars, and working on a rota that includes sleep-in shifts and weekends. Full training and DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication and ability to build relationships.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings and weekends.
• Positive and empathetic attitude toward individuals with learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support a gentleman and a lady who live together with daily living tasks.
• Assist with personal care, meal preparation and eating.
• Maintain their home and manage basic finances.
• Arrange and attend appointments and community activities.

Skills

Passion for helping others

Excellent communication

Shift flexibility

Empathy

Job description

Mencap in the Bury area is recruiting two enthusiastic Support Workers to assist a gentleman and a lady living together. You will help with personal care, meal prep, home upkeep and accompany them to appointments and activities in the community.

The role requires a driver, ability to drive manual and automatic cars, and working on a rota that includes sleep-in shifts and weekends. Full training and DBS checks apply.