Support Worker, St Leonards

Mencap; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading support organization in St Leonards seeks a Support Worker (Female only) to assist individuals with learning disabilities. The role demands a genuine passion for support, excellent communication skills, and flexibility to work various shifts. You'll help with daily activities and provide emotional support, playing a vital role in enhancing the lives of clients. Join a diverse, inclusive team where your contributions are valued.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with clients.
• Flexibility to adapt to various shifts, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily activities at home and in the community.
• Provide emotional support to clients.
• Play a vital role in improving clients' lives.

Skills

Passion for supporting others

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility to work various shifts

Positive and empathetic attitude

Job description

Overview

Mencap are seeking a Support Worker to join our incredible teams in St Leonards (Female only) & Bexhill. 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 four people, each with their own unique abilities and needs. From assisting with daily activities at home and in the community, to providing emotional support, you'll play a vital role in their life.

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

• Female Part Time 15 hrs - St Leonards
• Part Time 20 hrs - Bexhill
• Part Time 15 hours (weekends) Bexhill
• 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!

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

Additional information

• All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
• Job ID: 34648

Belonging and inclusion

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 benefits including pension.
• 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 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.