Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Poole. This role is permanent and full time (37.5 hours a week)
Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.
As a 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, youll play a vital role in their life.
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: Full time permanent - 37.5 hours per week
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 07:00-22:00
There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
At Mencap, were passionate about finding the right people to support those we care for. We interview frequently and may appoint before the closing date, so we encourage early applications.
Job ID: 3 5243
Benefits
Our benefits package offers 32 days of paid holiday (pro rata), along with a range of perks such as choice of pension schemes, discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings..
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'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 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.