Support Worker – Learning Disabilities

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Hampton Magna; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Training opportunities

Mental Health support

Blue Light Card discounts

Refer a Friend

Long service awards

Sick pay

Life assurance

Staff recognition awards

Job summary

Heart of England Mencap in Hampton Magna is seeking a caring Support Worker to help people with learning disabilities lead fulfilling lives, supporting daily living and independence.

You will work as part of a friendly team, with duties including personal care, community access, meals, finances, and health support. Sleep-in shifts and 24-hour cover available; full-time and part-time options.

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is required.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins.

Responsibilities

• Support customers with personal care and daily living tasks.
• Help customers access the local community and take part in activities they enjoy.
• Support customers to prepare meals and manage finances.
• Administering medication and providing health-related support.
• Assist customers to achieve personal goals.
• Provide specialist support including stoma care, intermittent catheterisation and epilepsy management after training.

Skills

Care experience

Driving licence

Flexible shifts

Education

A Level 2 NVQ Health & Social Care

Job description

Support Worker - Learning Disabilities

Location: Hampton Magna, near WarwickHours: Full time and part time opportunities availableContract: PermanentSalary: £12.88 per hour

Join Heart of England Mencap and help people with learning disabilities lead fulfilling lives where they can thrive and reach their full potential.

We're looking for caring and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our dedicated team in Hampton Magna, supporting customers in their shared home.

Our customers require 24-hour support and enjoy active, fulfilling lives. They love music, food, spending time in the community and getting outdoors.

At Heart of England Mencap, we foster an inclusive and supportive culture where every individual is valued, respected and empowered to grow. We invest in our people through training, development opportunities and ongoing support.

About the Role

Working as part of a friendly and experienced team, you will support customers with all aspects of daily living while promoting independence, choice and wellbeing.

Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting customers with personal care and daily living tasks
• Helping customers access the local community and take part in activities they enjoy
• Supporting customers to prepare meals and manage finances
• Administering medication and providing health-related support
• Supporting customers to achieve their personal goals
• Providing specialist support, including stoma care, intermittent catheterisation and epilepsy management following full training

Shift Patterns

Flexibility is essential as support is provided 24 hours a day.

Weekdays & Weekends shifts required.

Typical shifts include:

• 7:00am-3:00pm
• 3:00pm-10:00pm
• 7:00am-10:00pm
• 10:00pm-7:00am (Sleep-in shifts)

About You

• Due to female customer personal needs, we are only recruiting Females at this time.
• Previous care experience
• A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care is desirable but not essential
• A caring, positive and reliable approach
• A willingness to learn and develop
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including sleep-ins and weekends
• A full UK driving licence is essential
• You enjoy being active and supporting customers with community activities

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Extensive training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders
• High street and online retailer discounts (Blue Light Card)
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Long service awards
• Sick pay
• Life assurance scheme
• Staff recognition awards

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: We do not offer sponsorship for this vacancy.

Summary

Salary

£12.88 per hour