Support Worker - Thorne

Mencap; Thorne; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days holiday plus bank holidays (pr

Discounts at high-street retailers

Health cash plans

Interest-free loans

Job summary

Mencap in Thorne is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities in our supported living service. You'll help with daily tasks, promote independence, and provide personal care with dignity. You will work varied shifts between 07:00 and 22:00, including sleep-ins paid at £64.20 per sleep-in, with waking nights 22:00–07:00.

Weekend rosters apply. All roles require DBS and references.

Qualifications

• Kind, caring and genuinely passionate about supporting others
• Great communicators who love building meaningful relationships
• Patient, understanding and able to stay calm under pressure
• Confident using conflict-resolution skills when needed
• Comfortable using IT systems
• Flexible to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays
• Ready to bring positivity, energy and plenty of personality to work every day

Responsibilities

• Supporting with everyday tasks and promoting independence
• Providing personal care with dignity and respect
• Administering medication (full training provided)
• Encouraging hobbies, activities, and community involvement
• Being someone people can rely on, laugh with, and trust

Skills

Compassionate care

Excellent communication

Patience and calm

Conflict resolution

IT systems

Flexible shifts

Positive energy

Job description

Become a Support Worker with Mencap in Thorne.

Looking for a job where you can genuinely change lives? This is it.

Every day is different. Every conversation matters. Every smile counts.

We're on the lookout for caring, enthusiastic people to join our amazing team supporting people with learning disabilities in our supported living service in Thorne. You'll be supporting individuals with huge personalities, big ambitions, and a great sense of humour. If you enjoy building relationships, having fun, and making a real difference, we want to hear from you!

The Role:

• Supporting with everyday tasks and promoting independence
• Providing personal care with dignity and respect
• Administering medication (full training provided)
• Encouraging hobbies, activities, and community involvement
• Being someone people can rely on, laugh with, and trust

Have You Got What It Takes?

• Kind, caring and genuinely passionate about supporting others
• Great communicators who love building meaningful relationships
• Patient, understanding and able to stay calm under pressure
• Confident using conflict-resolution skills when needed
• Comfortable using IT systems
• Flexible to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays
• Ready to bring positivity, energy and plenty of personality to work every day

If you're someone who enjoys interacting with people, making others smile and helping people achieve their goals, you'll fit right in.

Your Shift Pattern

Days

Various shifts between 07:00–22:00 (rota basis)

Sleep-ins required, paid at £64.20 per sleep-in

Waking Nights

22:00–07:00

Weekend working is required on a fair rota basis.

Contract Options

We have a range of contracts available for both Day Support Workers and Waking Night Support Workers.

Ready to Make a Difference?

This isn't just another job.

It's an opportunity to empower people, celebrate achievements, create unforgettable moments and be part of a team that changes lives every single day.

So... what are you waiting for?

Join Mencap. Join the team. Be the difference.

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

Job ID: 36536

Support Worker - Thorne

Company: Mencap

Salary: £12.71 to £12.71 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: Thorne, DN8

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 29 Oct 2026

Closing date: 11 Nov 2026

Summary

WE NEED YOU!

Become a Support Worker with Mencap in Thorne.

Looking for a job where you can genuinely change lives? This is it.

Every day is different. Every conversation matters. Every smile counts.

We're on the lookout for caring, enthusiastic people to join our amazing team supporting people with learning disabilities in our supported living service in Thorne. You'll be supporting individuals with huge personalities, big ambitions, and a great sense of humour. If you enjoy building relationships, having fun, and making a real difference, we want to hear from you!

The Role:

• Supporting with everyday tasks and promoting independence
• Providing personal care with dignity and respect
• Administering medication (full training provided)
• Encouraging hobbies, activities, and community involvement
• Being someone people can rely on, laugh with, and trust

Have You Got What It Takes?

• Kind, caring and genuinely passionate about supporting others
• Great communicators who love building meaningful relationships
• Patient, understanding and able to stay calm under pressure
• Confident using conflict-resolution skills when needed
• Comfortable using IT systems
• Flexible to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays
• Ready to bring positivity, energy and plenty of personality to work every day

If you're someone who enjoys interacting with people, making others smile and helping people achieve their goals, you'll fit right in.

Your Shift Pattern

Days

Various shifts between 07:00–22:00 (rota basis)

Sleep-ins required, paid at £64.20 per sleep-in

Waking Nights

22:00–07:00

Weekend working is required on a fair rota basis.

Contract Options

We have a range of contracts available for both Day Support Workers and Waking Night Support Workers.

Ready to Make a Difference?

This isn't just another job.

It's an opportunity to empower people, celebrate achievements, create unforgettable moments and be part of a team that changes lives every single day.

So... what are you waiting for?

Join Mencap. Join the team. Be the difference.

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

Job ID: 36536

Benefits

Here at Mencap, we offer an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward our employees to ensure that our teams feel valued and appreciated.

Our benefits package offers 24 days of paid holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata) along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings.

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.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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