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Support Worker

Job details
Posting date: 30 August 2024
Salary: £11.9 to £11.9 per hour
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 29 September 2024
Location: Doncaster, Yorkshire, DN7
Company: Mencap
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 54135244

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Summary

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Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Doncaster

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, you’ll play a vital role in their life.

We are looking for support staff who are eager to try new things and are up for a challenge, are friendly, active able to “think outside the box”. You will be supporting a gentleman that has a learning disability with everyday tasks, such as washing, cleaning, cooking, personal care, attending appointments, and developing relationships and life skills.

Experience of supporting adults with learning disabilities, mental health concerns, anxieties, as well as autism is essential, although all relevant training will be provided. You will need to be able to follow, create and update detailed support plans to help ensure that all people we support are cared for how they need and wish to be.

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.

Drivers with access to their own vehicle, that are happy to use it for work, are not essential for this role but are preferred.

Contract options:
• Part-time: flexible hours based on availability

Shift times:
All our services are 24hr care. We prepare the rotas at least 6 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life!
We have a variety of shift start and finish times, generally shifts are;

• Days: 0900-1500, 15:00-21:00
• Sleep in: 2200-0700 (sleep in a bed, in a private bedroom)

There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £62.45.

*Due to the nature of this service we are looking for female only applicants. This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.
Vacancy ID: 32420

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.

About Mencap
Join us at Mencap and be part of a team that believes in equality, diversity, and inclusion. Together, we can create a brighter future for individuals with learning disabilities and empower them to break down any barriers they may face.

Mencap vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities.

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now

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.

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