Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our team in Southend. The available contracts are Part Time and Waking Night roles. Please see below for the hours available.
As a Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You will work with a diverse group of people, each with their own unique abilities and needs.
You will be supporting three gentlemen with varying needs. Some experience of dementia is preferable; you must be patient, empathetic, with a sense of humour and fun.
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.
* A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.
What does a Waking Night Support Worker do?
The waking night shift starts at 10pm and finishes at 7am, and you will be expected to provide an outstanding level of support, including:
* Personal care – supporting individuals to bed at their chosen time, carrying out regular checks, and supporting them to use the bathroom as required.
* Light household tasks such as ironing, cleaning, and updating support on digital systems while the people we support sleep.
* Ensuring the safety of the house is maintained.
* Getting the people we support ready for the day ahead.
* Ensuring the home of the people we support is clean and tidy.
* Supporting people to be safe overnight and meet their health needs.
Contract options:
Waking night support worker: 36 hours and 27 hours - flexible hours based on availability.
All services are 24-hour care. Rotas are prepared at least 4 weeks in advance, allowing you to plan your personal and social life!
* Waking Nights: 22:00-07:00
* Days: Between 07:00-22:00 (varying shifts)
* 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + benefits including pension and holiday buying options.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
* A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
We are an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation and particularly welcome disabled applicants and those from Black and Asian communities, as they are under-represented within the workforce.
Job ID: 34256
About Mencap
Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities to live happy and healthy lives.
We support people with learning disabilities, their families, and carers. We fight for a kinder, fairer, and more inclusive society.
At Mencap, everyone works with people with learning disabilities, either providing support, advice, or 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; we learn and improve.
·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, including groups for Black and Asian staff, LGBTQIA+, disabled or long-term health conditions, women, parents, and carers, and allies.
We encourage everyone to apply at Mencap. We offer various contract types and working patterns. Experience is not required; your personality and values matter. We will train and develop you to succeed in your role.
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