Support Worker - Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire

Royal Mencap Society; Hoddesdon; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave + bank holidays (

Pension

Holiday buying options

Ongoing training and development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Mencap in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join our services on a full-time or part-time basis. You'll support people with learning disabilities with daily activities and provide emotional support.

You will engage in activities from music and crafts to walks and games, building meaningful relationships through flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends. A sleep-in option with enhanced pay is available.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities and provide emotional support.
• Engage individuals in activities like music, crafts, cooking and walks.
• Build meaningful relationships and foster a supportive environment.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Job description

Job Advert

We are looking for a Support Worker to join our Services based in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire on a Full time or Part time basis.

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.

We support a variety of people with different interests from music, craft, cooking, gardening, allotment work, local walks, board games, pool and darts. The most important thing to the people we support is having someone kind and caring that they are able to spend time with a have a chat.

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 hrs
• Part-time: flexible hours based on availability

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!

• Days: Between 07:00-22:00
• Sleep-ins: 22:00-07:00

There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of£64.20.

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

Important information for applicants: please note, this position is not suitable for anyone who is looking to obtain sponsorship from us or swap their sponsorship.This is due to the fact the salary rate for this position does not meet the UKVI’s current minimum annual salary threshold requirements for sponsorship. If you are resident in the UK and do not require sponsorship, we would love to hear from you!

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

About Mencap

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

£25,419 per annum, pro-rata + Excellent Benefits.

£25,419 per annum, pro-rata + Excellent Benefits.