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Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Relief Support Workers to join our incredible team in Halifax – HX2
As a Relief 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 people, each with their own unique abilities and needs.
From assisting with daily activities to providing emotional support, you’ll play a vital role in their life.
Its a busy house with four people living here. We are all have very different personalities. We are looking for positive, happy, inclusive, kind person to join our team. We would like someone with a sense of humour and a can do attitude.
Reliability is a must as we plan our days and 1:1s in advance and it is really important to us that these days go ahead.
We like: Shows, bowling, Cinema, eating out, drives out, car dealerships, social groups, music, DVD, TV, arts and crafts, snooker and are open to suggestions on other activities.
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, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
* A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.
Driver with Full UK Driving Licence - Desirable
Contract options :
Relief
Shift times :
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 09:30- 21:00, 09:30- 20:00, 09:30- 18:00
Sleep-in 23:30-07:00, 07:00-10:00
There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70
If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now !
* All roles are subject an enhanced DBS check and suitable references
JOB ID:35596
Benefits
* Flexibility to work the hours you choose.
* Annual leave entitlement based on hours accrued
* Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
* A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.
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 Mencap
Why Join Mencap
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.