Support Worker Learning Disabilities

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. Are you a person who likes variety? We are looking for positive, trustworthy and caring Support Workers to join our team. You will be supporting three ladies and one gentleman ages between 19-28 years with learning disabilities, to live the best possible life. In these roles, everything you do will enable people to have choices about their own lives. There are a variety of activities, these can range from listening to music, puzzles, cinema, going to football matches, theatre, live concerts and holidays. All require support with the general household tasks of cleaning, personal care, cooking meals, supporting individuals with anxieties, supporting with health care and medication. If you think that the variety of this role will suit you, we want you on our team. Support is required across mornings, day time, and evening as well as weekends and bank holidays. The role requires sleep-ins. Come and start your new adventure with us An enhanced DBS will be required for each successful candidate, paid for by Mencap (T&Cs apply) 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/89678474