Female Support Worker

Have you thought about working for Mencap?

Mencap is a leader in providing excellent support to people with a learning disability. Our vision is a world where people with a learning disability are valued equally, listened to and included.

At Mencap, we value a diverse and inclusive work place and we intentionally 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

We have immediate opportunities to provide support workers to deliver vital support to people with a learning disability. We’re recruiting a part time (20 hours a week) permanent Support Workers now!

Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something really meaningful. Everything we do at Mencap keeps the people we support at the centre of what we do.

With us, it’s never ‘just a job’. In return for your hard work and passion you can find real and meaningful work experience, access to some amazing benefits alongside our competitive pay.

What does a Support Worker do?

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, liberated and happy life.

• Supporting people to live independently – budget management, paying bills, house work, 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.

• Personal care – Mainly prompting, to help people to get ready for the day and assisting with bathing, showering and using the bathroom.

  
  

There are various shift patterns which cover week days, weekends, evenings and sleep ins.

At Mencap Cymru, we are an equitable and inclusive organisation, and we know diversity fosters creativity, innovation and belonging. We are committed to become a fully Anti- Racist organisation where all colleagues can thrive and make Wales the best place to live if you have a learning disability or are a family carer.

We encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in our workforce. These include Welsh speaking candidates, those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and disabled people.

We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applicants with disabilities to apply for all roles with us. To find out more about the scheme please visit the directgov website.

No two days are never the same, sometimes they may be challenging but always positive so click apply now to be considered! Email Vicky.George@mencap.org.uk for further details or assistance in applying.

• 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

As well as knowing that what we do is making a positive difference to people’s lives, you will receive fair pay and have access to a wide range of rewards and benefits as one of our employees.

• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 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

At Mencap we work in partnership with people with a learning disability. We do this by providing high quality, flexible services that support people, including young adults, to live as independently as possible in their own homes and in the community.

Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something meaningful. At Mencap, we can give you that. You will have opportunities to develop as a person, colleague, leader and activist.

You’ll make new friends and feel inspired to reach your potential. We will ask a lot of you - but you’ll get back so much more. With us, it is never ‘just a job’.

In return for your hard work and passion, we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.