Support Worker - Rushmere St Andrew

Mencap; Rushmere St Andrew; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support organization in Rushmere St Andrew is seeking passionate Support Workers to assist individuals with learning disabilities. The role involves daily support, building relationships, and a flexible working schedule. Ideal candidates will be compassionate and possess excellent communication skills. The position offers various contract types, including full-time and part-time options, and provides a supportive work environment.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting others.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with learning disabilities in daily activities and emotional support.
• Build meaningful relationships through excellent communication.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver person-centered care.

Skills

Compassion

Excellent communication

Flexibility

Empathy

Job description

Overview

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

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with learning disabilities in daily activities and emotional support.
• Build meaningful relationships through excellent communication.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver person-centered care.

What we're looking for / Qualifications

• 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 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 £63.70.

Vacancy ID: 34711

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

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + a variety of including pension and holiday buying options
• Permanent/Fixed term contracts only. Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• 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'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 want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We're not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you're applying for.