Relief Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Banbridge, United Kingdom Mencap Full time

**Job Advert**:
Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals Mencap is seeking passionate Relief Support Workers to join our incredible team in Banbridge.

As a Relief 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 life.

**What we're looking for**:

- Someone who is caring and patient and has 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.
- Supporting people with their finances (paying bills, doing shopping etc.)
- You will actively be reducing social isolation by supporting to social groups & activities.
- Supporting with 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 to use the bathroom.
- Using Positive Behaviour Support Strategies to help improve people’s quality of life.

This role requires you to be a driver with a full clean driving licence.

**Contract options**:
Relief/Casual - on an as and when required basis.

**All our services are 24hr care.**

**Vacancy ID**:32814**

**Benefits**:
Working with us means you'll not only be making a positive difference in people's lives, but you'll also enjoy various rewards and benefits, including:

- Flexible working hours to suit your schedule
- Exclusive discounts and cashback ranging from 3% to 30% at major high street shops, supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, theme parks, and holidays through Mencap Extras
- Annual leave entitlement based on hours accrued.
- Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan that covers dental, glasses, therapy, and more.
- Free access to an employee assistance program providing round-the-clock advice and support.
- Access to award-winning training and development opportunities to help you grow and succeed.
- Please note that terms and conditions may vary based on your employment contract.

**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.

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