Support Worker - Easingwold

Mencap; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Training and development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Mencap is hiring a Support Worker in Easingwold to help individuals with learning disabilities with daily activities and emotional support. This permanent, full-time role requires a caring, reliable person who can work varied shifts and hold a UK driving licence. You will contribute to a compassionate, person-centered care environment.

The role offers opportunities for training and development within a supportive team at Mencap’s local services.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Positive and empathetic attitude toward individuals with learning disabilities.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities and provide emotional support.
• Support individuals to live the lives they choose.
• Work in our complex needs service with a diverse group.
• Help with rotas and care planning.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Excellent communication

Flexible shifts

Empathetic attitude

UK driving licence

Job description

Support Worker - Easingwold

Company: Mencap Salary: £13.12 to £13.12 an hour Hours: Full-time Location: Easingwold, YO61 Job type: Permanent Posting date: 12 Nov 2026 Closing date: 25 Nov 2026

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Easingwold.

Please note this role requires a manual driver.

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 within our complex needs service 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.

Are you a naturally caring person? If so, then you’re just who we’re looking for to become a support worker at one of our registered services. We are looking to grow our team of dedicated, caring and enthusiastic support workers to enable the individuals we support to live the lives they choose.

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.
• This role requires you to hold a full UK driving licence.

Contract options:

• Full-time: 37.5 hrs
• Relief: As and when required

Shifts:

• Days - Varying shifts between 07:00 - 21:30 (Sleep ins paid at £64.20 per sleep)
• Waking Nights - 21:30 - 07:00

All our services are 24hr care. We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance, so you can still plan your personal and social life!

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

Mencap holds a Home Office sponsorship licence; however, due to current restrictions on our allocation of Certificates of Sponsorship, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must therefore have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Benefits:

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + a variety of benefits including pension and holiday buying options *Permanent/Fixed term contracts only.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

*Please note that terms and conditions apply based on your contract.

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.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident

Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.