Female Support Worker
| Posting date: | 20 September 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £11.9 to £11.9 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 20 October 2024 |
| Location: | Doncaster, Yorkshire, DN3 |
| Company: | Mencap |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 54361626 |
Summary
Job Advert
PART TIME FEMALE DRIVER REQUIRED - Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Female Support Workers to join our incredible team in the Doncaster Community.
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 within their own homes and out in the community, you’ll play a vital role in their life.
Typical responsibilities may include: Supporting people to live independently, budget management, paying bills, housework, organising appointments, and cooking healthy meals.
Community and social inclusion – Supporting individuals to access and participate in their local community and social events to promote life skills
Personal care – Helping people to get ready for the day. This may include prompting the people we support to take their medication and assisting with bathing, showering, and using the bathroom. Not all Support Worker roles include high levels of personal care
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.
This role requires you to be a driver.
Contract options:
• Part-time: 20 hours
Shift times:
Shifts will be spread across mornings, afternoons, evening, weekends, and bank holidays.
*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.
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Job ID: 32576
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.
*T&C's apply based on contract
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!
PART TIME FEMALE DRIVER REQUIRED - Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Female Support Workers to join our incredible team in the Doncaster Community.
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 within their own homes and out in the community, you’ll play a vital role in their life.
Typical responsibilities may include: Supporting people to live independently, budget management, paying bills, housework, organising appointments, and cooking healthy meals.
Community and social inclusion – Supporting individuals to access and participate in their local community and social events to promote life skills
Personal care – Helping people to get ready for the day. This may include prompting the people we support to take their medication and assisting with bathing, showering, and using the bathroom. Not all Support Worker roles include high levels of personal care
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.
This role requires you to be a driver.
Contract options:
• Part-time: 20 hours
Shift times:
Shifts will be spread across mornings, afternoons, evening, weekends, and bank holidays.
*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.
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Job ID: 32576
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.
*T&C's apply based on contract
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!
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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.