Here at Heart of England Mencap we enable people with learning disabilities to lead fulfilling lives allowing them to thrive and do, be and feel their best! We know that we can only achieve this by hiring the best staff who share our values.
Do you want a rewarding career in care where you can really make a difference everyday?
Due to organisational growth, we are looking for full time (36 hours per week) and part time (21 hours per week) Support Workers who share our vision to join an enthusiastic team at our Complex Needs Day Service in Leamington Spa.
The hours are 9am - 4pm four days a week and 9am - 5pm one day a week. There may be opportunity to work a longer day and some Saturdays. You will support customers on a 1:1, 2:1 or 3:1 basis to access the community and to participate in activities they enjoy this could include; swimming, gym, working at a farm, tennis and riding accessible bikes. In the centre you will support customers in a variety of sessions which may be; cooking, music, art, sensory story telling as well supporting with daily needs which will include assisting with personal care, eating and drinking and postural care.
We have an extensive training programme in place to ensure that staff are supported to feel confident within their role. But most of all, we offer fun and laughter throughout the day as well as being part of a fantastic and supportive team!
Some of our customers can display distressed behaviour but a full shadowing induction is given and training is provided.
Some previous care experience is preferred however full training will be provided - after all, good care comes from the HEART .
Candidates with a valid driving license are preferred, but applications from those without are welcome.
Alongside being part of something amazing, our employee benefits include:
Extensive training and development - we will support with health and social care diplomas together with the care certificate
25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
Access to 24 hour Employee Assistance Scheme and trained mental health first aiders
Discount card for high street and online retailers
Employee 'Refer a Friend' scheme
Long service awards
Sick pay
Life assurance scheme
Staff recognition awards
Work mobile
Free on site parking
Good local transport links
Mileage rates
Enhanced rates for Bank holiday and certain shifts
Flexible working
Company pension
If you want to really make a difference every day and share our values: Honest Effective Aspirational Respectful Trustworthy why not apply today!