Job Description

Job Advert

This role would prefer you to be a driver but not essential.

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking a passionate Support Worker to join our incredible team in Leigh on Sea.



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 ladies, each with their own unique abilities and needs. You must have a positive outlook and a sense of fun. Some experience of dementia is preferable but not essential, must be patient and empathetic.



From assisting with daily activities to providing emotional support, you'll play a vital role in their life.

What we're looking for

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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. Basic IT skills

This role would prefer you to be a driver but not essential.

Contract options

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Full-time: 37.5 hrs

Shift times

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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 (varying shifts) Sleep in: 10:00-07:00 -

you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of 61.20*

Job ID 34242

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.

Benefits

Why join Mencap

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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

About Us



Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.




We're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carer's. We fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in.






At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues.






Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.



Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation. Every day we grow and learn. It's okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves. We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies.






We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We're not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you're applying for.