Job Description
Join Our Team as a Support Worker Make a Real Difference in Keady, Co.Armagh!Location: KeadyContract Types: Full-time1 x 37.5 full-time contract1 x 22.5 part-time contractNote:"Unfortunately, we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this vacancy at this point in time due to high internal demand and non-availability of certificates of sponsorship.Are you a compassionate, patient, and dedicated individual with a passion for helping others? Mencap is looking for enthusiastic Support Workers to join our amazing team in Keady, where your role will have a lasting impact on the lives of people with learning disabilities.Advertising End Date: 26 May 2026What Youll Do:Support people with learning disabilities in their daily lives and routinesAssist with personal care and medication, including bathing and dressingHelp with finances and everyday tasks like shopping and bill paymentsEncourage independence and social inclusion by supporting community activities and groupsUse Positive Behaviour Support strategies to enhance quality of lifeBuild trusting, meaningful relationships based on empathy and respectWhat Were Looking For:A genuine passion for supporting othersExcellent communication skillsFlexibility to work a range of shifts including evenings, weekends, and overnightA positive, patient, and empathetic attitudeWillingness to register with NISCC and undergo an enhanced Access NI checkContract & Shift Details:1 x 37.5 full-time contract1 x 22.5 part-time contractShifts:Days: Between 07:00-22:00 ANDSleep-ins: 22:00-07:00There is also a sleep-in available where you willreceive an enhanced flat rate payment of£64.20Note:"Unfortunately, we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this vacancy at this point in time due to high internal demand and non-availability of certificates of sponsorship."*All roles are subject to an enhanced disclosure check and registration with NISCC and suitable references.BenefitsHere at Mencap, we offer an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward our employees to ensure that our teams feel valued and appreciated.Our benefits package offers 24 days of paid holiday (excluding bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range ofperkssuch as discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings.For more details on what we have to offer, please see the attached document and below link with all the fantastic benefits available to you as a member of our team!About MencapOur 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 carers. 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.
Its okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changesEverywhere 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. Were 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 youre applying for.TPBN1_UKTJ