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Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our team in Eighton Banks, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear. Various positions 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.
From assisting with daily activities to providing emotional support, you’ll play a vital role in their lives.
The successful candidate must be female, and preferably a driver, although this is not essential.
The person we support has a complex learning disability and requires 2 to 1 support during waking hours and a sleep-in service. She has a good sense of humour and loves music and silly slapstick sitcoms. She exhibits some challenging behaviour and needs committed, empathetic, and patient staff.
Additional community work can be attached to this role to help the individual access social networks and 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.
Contract options:
* Part-time: 30 hours
* Relief
Shift times:
All our services are 24-hour care. We prepare rotas at least 4 weeks in advance to help you plan your personal and social life.
* Days: Between 07:00-22:00
* Waking Nights: 22:00-07:00
Sleep-in shifts are also available, with an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70.
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
*Due to the nature of this service, we are looking for female-only applicants. This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.
Job ID: 34376
We are an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organization, welcoming and encouraging applications from disabled individuals and those from Black and Asian communities, as they are under-represented in our workforce.
Benefits
Why join Mencap?
* 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time), along with benefits like pension and holiday buying options.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
* A supportive and 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 a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.
We support people with learning disabilities, their families, and carers, fighting for a kinder, fairer, and more inclusive society.
Everyone at Mencap works either in support, advice, or as colleagues. Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.
* Everyone is expected to treat others well and promote inclusivity.
* We grow and learn every day; mistakes are opportunities for growth.
* Everyone should feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.
We have Belonging network groups that meet online, open to all colleagues, including groups for Black and Asian individuals, LGBTQIA+, disabled or those with long-term health conditions, women, parents, and carers, and their allies.
We encourage everyone to apply and offer various contract types and working patterns. Experience is not mandatory; your personality and values are what matter. We will provide training and development to help you succeed in the role.
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