Support Worker - Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire
* Support Worker - Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire
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This role requires you to be a driver, and hold a full UK driving licence.
Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our Supported Living team in Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire.
At Mencap, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace and plan for the success of our colleagues in everything we do. We welcome applications from everyone, so come as you are and join us. Together we are Mencap!
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.
This includes:
* Supporting people to live independently – budget management, paying bills, housework, organising appointments, and cooking healthy meals.
* Excellent communication skills and relationship building – supporting the people we support to understand the world around them and promoting positive relationships.
* Community & social inclusion – supporting individuals to access and participate in their local community and social events to promote life skills and individuality.
* Personal care – helping people to get ready for the day, which may include prompting medication, assisting with bathing, showering, and using the bathroom. Not all Support Worker roles include high levels of personal care.
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.
Our services are 24-hour care. We prepare rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can plan your personal and social life!
There is also an sleep-in role available with an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70.
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Job ID: 33639
Benefits include 24 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time), pension, holiday buying options, ongoing training, and a supportive, inclusive work environment.
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. We fight for a kinder, fairer, and more inclusive society for people with learning disabilities.
Everyone at Mencap 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 organization.
We encourage everyone to apply, offering various contract types and working patterns. We value personality and values over specific experience and will provide training to help you succeed in your role.
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