Support Worker - Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire

Mencap; Wales; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Mencap is hiring for a Support Worker role in Saundersfoot. In this position, you will assist individuals with learning disabilities to live independently, offering support with daily activities, emotional needs, and community engagement. Mencap values diversity and aims for an inclusive workplace, where your contributions are valued, and training is provided.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Flexible to work various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities like budgeting and personal care.
• Support individuals in social inclusion and community participation.
• Promote positive relationships and emotional support.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Relationship Building

Flexibility

Job description

Support Worker - Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire

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This role requires you to be a driver, and hold a full UK driving licence.

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible Supported Living team in Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire.

Job Advert

This role requires you to be a driver, and hold a full UK driving licence.

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible Supported Living team in Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire.

At Mencap, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace and we intentionally plan for the success of our colleagues in everything we do. We welcome applications from everyone, so come as you are and join us. Together we are Mencap!

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, youll play a vital role in their life. This includes:

• Supporting people to live independently budget management, paying bills, housework, organising appointments and cooking delicious healthy meals.
• Excellent communication skills and Relationship building supporting the people we support to understand the world around them and promoting positive relationships.
• Community & Social Inclusion - supporting individuals to access and participate in their local community and social events to promote life skills and individuality.
• Personal care - helping people to get ready for the day. This may include prompting the people we support to take their medication and assisting with bathing, showering and using the bathroom. Not all Support Worker roles include high levels of personal care.
  
  

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.
  
  

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!

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

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

Job ID: 33639

Benefits

• 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. Its 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. Were 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 youre applying for.

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