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Mixed Contract Female Support Worker
| Posting date: | 16 February 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £11.44 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 March 2025 |
| Location: | Leeds, Yorkshire, LS17 |
| Company: | Mencap |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 55802018 |
Summary
Job Advert
Vacancy ID: 33318
Female Support Workers - Drivers preferred.
Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Leeds LS 17
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 support people to achieve their goals and aspirations, some examples of what has been achieved; becoming a volunteer, attend an employment course, travel training, working with animals, going to the gym, baking & cooking, going swimming, gardening, going to the shop alone for the first time, achieving steps to independence.
Getting people involved in every aspect of their support is key to a happy and fulfilled life, so you will need to be always encouraging and positive and person centred about promoting this, sometimes something as simple as encouraging someone opening their own curtains can make them feel good about their day.
Some of the people we support have mobility cars, so being a driver is definitely an asset. The house is near to local bus routes, getting to and from work should not be a problem.
This year people we support have been able to go on holiday, this has been down to the commitment and efforts of the fantastic team you may be joining.
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 preferred due to location of the service and to drive the people we support vehicles.
Contract options:
- Part-time 30 Hours: flexible hours based on availability
- Relief: Flexible working with no set hours/shifts
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 Sleep- ins: 22:00-07:00
There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £62.45
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
* ‘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’
We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation and we particularly welcome and encourage disabled applicants and those from the Black and Asian communities to apply for the role as they are under-represented within the workforce.
For Further Details and more information contact Service Manager – Michelle Wilks
Michelle.Wilks@mencap.org.uk or Tel: 07866 144 752
If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now!
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 *Permanent/Fixed term contracts only.
- 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
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!
Vacancy ID: 33318
Female Support Workers - Drivers preferred.
Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Leeds LS 17
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 support people to achieve their goals and aspirations, some examples of what has been achieved; becoming a volunteer, attend an employment course, travel training, working with animals, going to the gym, baking & cooking, going swimming, gardening, going to the shop alone for the first time, achieving steps to independence.
Getting people involved in every aspect of their support is key to a happy and fulfilled life, so you will need to be always encouraging and positive and person centred about promoting this, sometimes something as simple as encouraging someone opening their own curtains can make them feel good about their day.
Some of the people we support have mobility cars, so being a driver is definitely an asset. The house is near to local bus routes, getting to and from work should not be a problem.
This year people we support have been able to go on holiday, this has been down to the commitment and efforts of the fantastic team you may be joining.
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 preferred due to location of the service and to drive the people we support vehicles.
Contract options:
- Part-time 30 Hours: flexible hours based on availability
- Relief: Flexible working with no set hours/shifts
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 Sleep- ins: 22:00-07:00
There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £62.45
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
* ‘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’
We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation and we particularly welcome and encourage disabled applicants and those from the Black and Asian communities to apply for the role as they are under-represented within the workforce.
For Further Details and more information contact Service Manager – Michelle Wilks
Michelle.Wilks@mencap.org.uk or Tel: 07866 144 752
If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now!
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 *Permanent/Fixed term contracts only.
- 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
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.