Support Worker

Mencap ,
Ipswich, Suffolk
Salary: £16250 per annum pro rata + excellent benefits

Overview

Mencap are currently recruiting for Support Worker's who are interested in working during the AFTERNOON'S from 2:30pm until 10.00pm in the evening. We have full time and part time positions available, and will be holding interviews over the next couple of weeks. If successful you will be supporting individuals who live on a large complex with four cottages with 5 - 7 people that we support in each cottage. They have all known each other for many years and have built close friendships. They are an active bunch and enjoy swimming; cycling; and zumba; to name a few. They would love it if you could get involved too Each individual has varying needs so you will need to be flexible in order to support them. You will be supporting with daily living activities; budgeting; household duties such as cleaning; and to prepare and cook healthy meals. The people you will be supporting all have different hobbies and interests that they like to get involved in and this will mean that you will have the opportunity to help them to do the things that they enjoy most. For this post, we are looking for individuals who are looking for afternoon shifts from 14:30 - 22:00 to enable the individuals to access the community and enjoy activities in and around their home. If you are looking for a meaningful career and a role where you really can make a difference to people's lives; then this is the role for you. Please click on the additional details tab to find out more about the people you could be supporting. Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent 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. 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 35 days with long service 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 super markets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via Mencapextras 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 T&C's apply based on contract This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89932248