Mencap West Kilbride, Scotland, United Kingdom
Support Worker - Southport
We are looking for an enthusiastic Support Worker to join our team in Southport. We have one 20-hour part-time position available. An essential requirement for this role is holding a MANUAL drivers licence.
Working hours will be on a rota basis, including weekdays, weekends, and bank holidays, with shifts in the mornings, afternoons, evenings, and sleep-ins. Shift timings are: 10am - 10pm, 8am - 10pm, and sleep-in from 10pm - 7am.
What does a Support Worker do?
Responsibilities
As a Support Worker, you will provide outstanding support to help individuals live comfortable, dignified, and happy lives. Key responsibilities include:
* Supporting independence through budgeting, paying bills, housework, organizing appointments, and cooking healthy meals.
* Building relationships and supporting understanding of the world around them, promoting positive relationships.
* Supporting community and social inclusion by helping individuals access local community events and develop life skills.
* Providing personal care, including helping with medication, bathing, showering, and bathroom use. Note: not all roles involve high levels of personal care.
All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Benefits
* 24 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time), plus benefits including pension.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
* A supportive, inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.
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, advocating for a kinder, fairer, and more inclusive society.
Everyone at Mencap works either providing support or advice, or as colleagues. We promote belonging, respect, and safety for everyone, and have network groups for diverse communities and identities.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds and offer various contract types and working patterns. We value personality and values over specific experience and will provide training to help you succeed.
Additional Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Other
* Industries: Individual and Family Services
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