Support Worker - Portsmouth

Royal Mencap Society; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Royal Mencap Society is looking for a dedicated Support Worker to join their team in Portsmouth. In this part-time role, you'll provide essential support to individuals with learning disabilities, ensuring they lead fulfilling lives. With flexible hours and a strong focus on empathy and communication, this position is ideal for those passionate about making a difference.

Benefits

32 days of paid holiday

Choice of pension schemes

Discounts at leading high-street retailers

Access to health cash plans

Interest-free loans

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting others.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships.
• Positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, flexible support to individuals with learning disabilities.
• Help individuals live as independently as possible.
• Provide support in both home and community settings.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking a passionate Support Worker to join our incredible team in Portsmouth. We have permanent part time positions available, 30 hours per week.

At our Portsmouth services, we offer a diverse range of support. One of our services is a shared home for eight individuals, another provides one-to-one support, and we also support over 20 people in the community for just a few hours each week.

This is an exciting and varied role where no two days are the same. You’ll be delivering high-quality, flexible support to individuals with learning disabilities—helping them live as independently as possible and enjoy fulfilling, meaningful 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 :

· Part-time: 30 hours per week

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 07:30-21:00

There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £ 63.70.

At Mencap, we’re passionate about finding the right people to support those we care for. We interview frequently and may appoint before the closing date, so we encourage early applications

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

Job ID: 34034

Our benefits package offers 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as choice of pension schemes, discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings..

For more details on what we have to offer, please see the attached document outlining all the fantastic benefits available to you as a member of our team!

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.