Support Worker

1 month ago

Little Paxton, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Job Advert
Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in St Neots 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 life.
 
About our Service
The service is based at a residential home supporting seven adults with daily living. Some of our residents require full 1:1 support with their daily needs, but others just need some guidance with everyday tasks. We support people with activities that are important to them, such as shopping, bowling, meeting up with family members, eating out, trips to the cinema and various other activities that individuals choose.
We provide support 24-hours, 7 days a week. The usual shifts are 07:00 - 14:30 and 14:00 - 21:30 with the opportunity to also cover the waking night shift between 21:15 - 07:15.
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, housework, organising appointments and cooking delicious healthy meals.
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.  This may include prompting the people we support to take their medication and 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.
  
Contract options:
·      Full-time:37.5 hrs
·      Part-time: flexible hours based on availability
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
   *All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
 Job ID: 32511
We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation and we particularly welcome and encourage disabled applicants and those from the Black and Asian communities to apply for the role as they are under-represented within the workforce.

Benefits
Why join Mencap?
·      24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + a variety of benefits including pension and holiday buying options.
·      Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
·      A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

About Mencap
Join us at Mencap and be part of a team that believes in equality, diversity, and inclusion. Together, we can create a brighter future for individuals with learning disabilities and empower them to break down any barriers they may face.
Mencap vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities.
If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now

  • Support Worker

    1 month ago

    Little Paxton, United Kingdom Mencap Full time

    Job AdvertCalling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in St Neots 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...

  • Female Support Worker

    1 month ago

    Little Paxton, United Kingdom Mencap Full time

    Job AdvertCalling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Female Support Workers to join our incredible team in St Neots.As a Female 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...

  • Female Support Worker

    1 month ago

    Little Paxton, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Job Advert Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Female Support Workers to join our incredible team in St Neots. As a Female 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...

  • Support Professional

    1 month ago

    Little Paxton, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Mencap Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join our team in St Neots. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with learning disabilities to live independently and achieve their goals.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide personal care and support to individuals with learning disabilities, including...

  • Support Professional

    1 month ago

    Little Paxton, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Mencap Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join our team in St Neots. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with learning disabilities to live independently and achieve their goals.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide personal care and support to individuals with learning disabilities, including...

  • Support Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Little Driffield, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom Home Care Direct Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join our team at HomeCareDirect. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to our clients in their own homes.Our ideal candidate will have experience of working with individuals with Learning Disabilities and Autism, and will be able...

  • Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Little Driffield, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom Home Care Direct Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join our team at HomeCareDirect. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to our clients in their own homes.Our ideal candidate will have experience of working with individuals with Learning Disabilities and Autism, and will be able...

  • Professional Support Worker

    1 month ago

    Little Dean, United Kingdom SNAP Care Full time

    Support Worker in Westbury on Severn, GL14. A fantastic full-time opportunity for an professional Support Worker to support a charming 18-year-old male, who has Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy and a visual impairment. £31,824.00 gross per annum.Nearest Tube/Station: Lydney or GloucesterWage/Salary: £17.00 gross per hour. £31,824.00 gross per annum.Driver...

  • Professional Support Worker

    1 month ago

    Little Dean, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Support Worker in Westbury on Severn, GL14. A fantastic full-time opportunity for an professional Support Worker to support a charming 18-year-old male, who has Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy and a visual impairment. £31,824.00 gross per annum. Nearest Tube/Station: Lydney or Gloucester Wage/Salary: £17.00 gross per hour. £31,824.00 gross per...

  • Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Little Driffield, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom Voyage Care Full time £11

    Support Worker OpportunityVoyage Care is seeking a dedicated and caring Support Worker to join our team in Driffield. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of the people we support, helping them to gain more independence in their daily lives.Key Responsibilities:Teaching new life skills to individualsAssisting with personal...

  • Support Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Little Aston, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Support Worker Required (Streetly/Sutton Coldfield) We have an amazing opportunity for an enthusiastic and proactive Support Worker in the Streetly/Sutton Coldfield area. The role will be supporting a lovely 59-year-old gentleman with an Acquired Brain Injury and a diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes. Our client lives a varied and interesting lifestyle...

  • Support Worker/personal Assistant

    4 months ago

    Paxton, United Kingdom Encompass Full time

    2448 **Job Description**: **Main Tasks & Responsibilities - To support client to ensure their safety and well-being. - To support with personal care needs including toileting. - To support with general care needs like eating and drinking as required. - To maintain cleanliness and tidiness of the client’s equipment and surroundings - To develop a positive...

  • Support Worker

    5 months ago

    Little Chalfont, United Kingdom Hightown Housing Association Full time

    **Location -White Lion Road, Little Chalfont, Amersham** **About Us** Hightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently...

  • Support Worker

    2 months ago

    Little Chalfont, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Hightown Housing Association Full time £25,350

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join our team at Hightown Housing Association. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to individuals with learning disabilities in our supported living service.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide personalized support to service users with...

  • Support Worker

    5 months ago

    Little Ilford, United Kingdom Recruitment Professionals Full time

    Recruitment Professionals are a leading Recruitment agency for the Health and Social Care sector. We are currently looking for several Support Workers for a well established and reputable care home in Little Ilford. The care home has a good rating and the staff and management teams are very friendly, knowledgeable and work together well as a team We can...

  • Support Worker

    1 month ago

    Little Chalfont, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Hightown Housing Association Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join our supported living service in Little Chalfont, Amersham. The successful candidate will provide personalized support to individuals with learning disabilities, promoting their independence and well-being.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide day-to-day support to service users with...

  • Support Worker

    1 month ago

    Little Chalfont, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Hightown Housing Association Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join our supported living service in Little Chalfont, Amersham. The successful candidate will provide personalized support to individuals with learning disabilities, promoting their independence and well-being.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide day-to-day support to service users with...

  • Support Worker for Complex Care Needs

    1 month ago

    Little Dean, United Kingdom SNAP Care Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Support Worker to join Owen's family and team. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting Owen with all aspects of his care needs, including medication, personal care, and showering.Owen is an 18-year-old young man with quadriplegic cerebral palsy, a visual impairment,...

  • Support Worker for Complex Care Needs

    1 month ago

    Little Dean, United Kingdom SNAP Care Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Support Worker to join Owen's family and team. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting Owen with all aspects of his care needs, including medication, personal care, and showering.Owen is an 18-year-old young man with quadriplegic cerebral palsy, a visual impairment,...

  • Bank Supported Living Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Little Driffield, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom Home Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Bank Supported Living Worker to join our team at Albion House. As a Bank Worker, you will have the flexibility to choose your shifts and work at times that suit you.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist customers with daily living tasks to develop their independence and achieve their goals.Support customers...