Relief Support Worker - Wigan
| Posting date: | 21 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.71 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 05 May 2026 |
| Location: | Wigan, North West, WN6 |
| Company: | Mencap |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 59735895 |
Summary
Relief Support Worker
Locations: Rawtenstall & Bury
Calling all compassionate, caring and dedicated individuals!
Mencap is looking for passionate Relief Support Workers to join our welcoming teams in Rawtenstall and Bury.
As a Relief Support Worker, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day. You’ll support people with learning disabilities, working with a diverse group of individuals — each with their own personalities, strengths and support needs.
From helping with everyday activities to offering emotional support and encouragement, you’ll play a vital role in supporting people to live fulfilling and independent lives.
What we’re looking for
We’d love to hear from you if you have:
- A genuine passion for supporting others
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive, meaningful relationships
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays
- A positive, empathetic and person-centred approach when supporting individuals with learning disabilities
Contract option
- Relief contract: Flexible hours based on your availability
Shift patterns
All our services provide 24-hour care.
- Day shifts: Between 07:00 – 10:00
- Sleep-ins: 10:00 – 07:00
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Our commitment to inclusion
Mencap is an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation. We particularly welcome and encourage applications from disabled candidates and individuals from Black and Asian communities, as these groups are currently under-represented within our workforce.
Benefits
What We Offer
- Flexibility to work the hours that suit you, giving you greater control over your work–life balance
- Annual leave entitlement accrued based on hours worked
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you build confidence, skills, and progress in your role
- A supportive and inclusive working environment where your wellbeing and contributions are truly valued
About Mencap
Our Vision & Belonging at Mencap
Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy, healthy lives.
We’re here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. We also campaign for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society, where everyone has the opportunity to live with dignity and respect.
Locations: Rawtenstall & Bury
Calling all compassionate, caring and dedicated individuals!
Mencap is looking for passionate Relief Support Workers to join our welcoming teams in Rawtenstall and Bury.
As a Relief Support Worker, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day. You’ll support people with learning disabilities, working with a diverse group of individuals — each with their own personalities, strengths and support needs.
From helping with everyday activities to offering emotional support and encouragement, you’ll play a vital role in supporting people to live fulfilling and independent lives.
What we’re looking for
We’d love to hear from you if you have:
- A genuine passion for supporting others
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive, meaningful relationships
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays
- A positive, empathetic and person-centred approach when supporting individuals with learning disabilities
Contract option
- Relief contract: Flexible hours based on your availability
Shift patterns
All our services provide 24-hour care.
- Day shifts: Between 07:00 – 10:00
- Sleep-ins: 10:00 – 07:00
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Our commitment to inclusion
Mencap is an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation. We particularly welcome and encourage applications from disabled candidates and individuals from Black and Asian communities, as these groups are currently under-represented within our workforce.
Benefits
What We Offer
- Flexibility to work the hours that suit you, giving you greater control over your work–life balance
- Annual leave entitlement accrued based on hours worked
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you build confidence, skills, and progress in your role
- A supportive and inclusive working environment where your wellbeing and contributions are truly valued
About Mencap
Our Vision & Belonging at Mencap
Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy, healthy lives.
We’re here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. We also campaign for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society, where everyone has the opportunity to live with dignity and respect.
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.