Support Worker - North Walsham

Mencap; East Devon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading charity for individuals with learning disabilities is seeking compassionate Support Workers to help improve the lives of those they serve. As a Support Worker, you will assist individuals with daily activities and provide emotional support. The role offers full-time, part-time, and relief hours with flexible shift patterns, ensuring you can balance personal life. Join us in creating a positive impact for those with learning disabilities.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting others.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships.
• Flexibility to work various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily activities.
• Provide emotional support.
• Play a vital role in their lives.

Skills

Compassion

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Job description

Job Advert

(Mixed Contract)

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our team at Masters Court, North Walsham.

As a Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You will work 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 lives.

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
• Relief: Flexible working with no set hours/shifts

Shift Times

All our services are 24hr care. We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can 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 £63.70.

Vacancy ID

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

We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation and particularly welcome disabled applicants and those from Black and Asian communities to apply, as they are under-represented within the workforce.

Benefits

Why join Mencap?

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + benefits including pension and holiday buying options. (Permanent/Fixed term contracts only.)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• 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 support people with learning disabilities, their families, and carers. We fight for a kinder, fairer, and more inclusive society.

Everyone at Mencap works with people with learning disabilities, providing support, advice, or working alongside as colleagues.

Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.

Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.

Every day, we learn and grow. It's okay to make mistakes; we learn from them and improve.

Everywhere, people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.

We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues, including groups for Black and Asian colleagues, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long-term health condition, women, parents, and carers, and their allies.

We encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap. We offer various contract types and working patterns. Experience is not required; your personality and values matter most. We will provide training and development to help you succeed in your role.