Support Worker - Thorpe Willoughby

Royal Mencap Society; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days paid holiday

Discounts at retailers

Health cash plan

Interest-free loans

Job summary

Mencap in Thorpe Willoughby is seeking a full-time Support Worker who is kind, reliable and eager to help others. You'll join a friendly team providing practical daily support to four men with learning disabilities, building independence and meaningful activities.

Experience is welcome but not essential; training is provided. The role includes personal care, household tasks, outings and supporting relationships. DBS check and right to work in the UK are required; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Drivers are preferred for this role.
• Experience in care would be an advantage but it's not essential.
• Right attitude, genuine passion for supporting others and willingness to learn.
• All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
• Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care and daily living support.
• Assisting with household tasks and daily routines to keep the home running smoothly.
• Planning and participating in activities, trips, and outings.
• Supporting individuals to pursue interests, make choices and try new things.
• Helping maintain relationships and an active, fulfilling life.

Job description

We're looking for a passionate, caring and enthusiastic Full-Time Support Worker to join our friendly and dedicated team in Thorpe Willoughby.

Drivers are preferred for this role.

Previous experience in care would be an advantage, but it's certainly not essential. What matters most is having the right attitude, a genuine passion for supporting others and a willingness to learn. Full training will be provided!

As a Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of four men with learning disabilities. Every individual is unique, with their own personalities, abilities, interests and support needs, so no two days are quite the same!

You'll support the men with all aspects of everyday life, helping them to build independence, enjoy new experiences and make the most of the things that matter to them.

Your role will include:

Supporting with personal care and daily living.

Helping to keep the home running smoothly through household tasks and everyday routines.

Planning and enjoying activities, trips and outings.

Supporting individuals to pursue their interests, make choices and try new things.

Helping them maintain relationships, meet the people they want to meet and enjoy an active, fulfilling life.

Our service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Day shifts vary and can include starts from 7am and finishes up to 10pm, with a range of different shift patterns in between.

What we're really looking for is someone who is kind, reliable, positive and ready to get involved. Someone who understands that the little things can make a big difference and who wants to help people live life their way.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference, develop new skills and be part of a dedicated team, we'd love to hear from you!

• Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
  
• A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

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

Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

JOB ID: 37237

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 (excluding 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. For more details on what we have to offer, please see the attached document and below link with all the fantastic benefits available to you as a member of our team

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 E veryone, 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.