We have an excellent opportunity for a Full-Time Support Worker to work in the Loughborough area to cover Maternity Leave (9-12 months). Our shift patterns are a mixture of morning and afternoons, including working two weekends a month. Shift times: 07:00 - 14:30, 14:00 - 21:00 and 08:00 - 15:30. As a Support Worker you will be expected to provide an outstanding level of support that will enormously contribute to the people we support, living a more comfortable, dignified, happy life.
* Personal care - helping people to get ready for the day and assisting with bathing, showering, and using the bathroom.
* Supporting people to live independently - budget management, paying bills, housework, organising appointments and cooking delicious healthy meals.
* Excellent communication skills/relationship building - supporting the person 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.
* Annual leave increases with long service up to 27 days per year plus the ability to buy up to another 10 days via our HolidayPlus scheme.
* Service related sick pay when 6 month probation is completed.
* Pension contributions into NEST Scheme on a salary sacrifice basis meaning NI savings.
* Death in service life cover for a nominated beneficiary under our life assurance scheme.
* Loans for debt consolidation, bikes, computers and phones when you have been with us for 6 months.
* Interest-free season ticket loans.
* Discounts and cashback from 3% to 30% at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via Mencap Extras.
* Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc.
* Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support.
* Quarterly award scheme and recognition at every 5 years through our YouRock program.
* Access to award-winning training and development.
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