Job Advert
Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Aberystwyth for waking nights.
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, you’ll play a vital role in their lives.
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: 22 hours
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!
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!
Additional benefits:
* 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + a variety of benefits including pension.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
* 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'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 organization.
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, including groups for Black and Asian colleagues, LGBTQIA+ community, disabled or long-term health condition colleagues, women, parents, and carers, and their allies.
We encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap. We offer various contract types and working patterns. We’re not looking for specific experience; your personality and values are what matter. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for.
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
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