Support Worker - Plymouth - Various Hours

Royal Mencap Society; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Support Workers to join their dedicated team in Plymouth. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You will assist with daily activities, provide emotional support, and foster positive relationships. With flexible hours and a supportive work environment, you can balance your personal life while contributing to a noble cause. Join a diverse and inclusive organization that values your contributions and offers ongoing training and development opportunities.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension options

Holiday buying options

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting others.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily activities and emotional support.
• Work flexible shifts including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Compassion

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Empathy

Job description

Job Advert

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

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.

This role requires you to be a driver.

Contract options:

• 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

There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £62.45.

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

Job ID: 33649

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

Benefits include:

• 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

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.

At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another 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 grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes.
• 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. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, 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. We’re not looking for specific experience; your personality and values are what matter. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for.

The annual salary is £23,810 (pro-rata) plus excellent benefits.