Support Worker
| Posting date: | 12 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £11.44 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 May 2024 |
| Location: | Thetford, Anglia, IP24 |
| Company: | Mencap |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 52583358 |
Summary
Job Advert
Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Foxglove, Thetford.
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.
At Foxglove we support 4 individuals by upholding our Values which are, Passionate, Kind, Brave, Inclusive and Positivity.
The role involves supporting Four individuals ranging from the ages of 30 to 70, with all elements of their life, from personal care to supporting someone to live a meaningful and fulfilled 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:
- Full-time: 37.5 hrs
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 AND
- Sleep-ins: 22:00-07:00
Vacancy ID: 31492
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Benefits
Why join Mencap?
- 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.
*Please note that terms and conditions apply based on your contract.
About Mencap
At Mencap we work in partnership with people with a learning disability. We do this by providing high quality, flexible services that support people, including young adults, to live as independently as possible in their own homes and in the community.
Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something meaningful. At Mencap, we can give you that. You will have opportunities to develop as a person, colleague, leader and activist.
You’ll make new friends and feel inspired to reach your potential. We will ask a lot of you - but you’ll get back so much more. With us, it is never ‘just a job’.
In return for your hard work and passion, we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.
Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Foxglove, Thetford.
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.
At Foxglove we support 4 individuals by upholding our Values which are, Passionate, Kind, Brave, Inclusive and Positivity.
The role involves supporting Four individuals ranging from the ages of 30 to 70, with all elements of their life, from personal care to supporting someone to live a meaningful and fulfilled 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:
- Full-time: 37.5 hrs
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 AND
- Sleep-ins: 22:00-07:00
Vacancy ID: 31492
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Benefits
Why join Mencap?
- 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.
*Please note that terms and conditions apply based on your contract.
About Mencap
At Mencap we work in partnership with people with a learning disability. We do this by providing high quality, flexible services that support people, including young adults, to live as independently as possible in their own homes and in the community.
Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something meaningful. At Mencap, we can give you that. You will have opportunities to develop as a person, colleague, leader and activist.
You’ll make new friends and feel inspired to reach your potential. We will ask a lot of you - but you’ll get back so much more. With us, it is never ‘just a job’.
In return for your hard work and passion, we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.