At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with learning disabilities in daily routines and promote independence.
- Company: Join Mencap, a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: Flexible shifts, supportive environment, and the chance to impact lives positively.
- Other info: Full-time contracts available with a rota prepared 4+ weeks in advance.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing meaningful relationships.
- Qualifications: Passion for helping others, excellent communication skills, and a clean UK driver's licence.
The predicted salary is between 24750 - 30250 £ per year.
We are looking for a Female Support Worker (Driver Required) to join our team in Derry/Londonderry! Are you a compassionate, patient, and dedicated individual with a passion for helping others? Mencap is looking for enthusiastic Female Support Workers to join our amazing team in Derry/Londonderry, where your role will have a lasting impact on the lives of people with learning disabilities. Please note a clean UK driver's licence is required for this role.
What You’ll Do:
- Support people with learning disabilities in their daily lives and routines
- Assist with personal care and medication, including bathing and dressing
- Help with finances and everyday tasks like shopping and bill payments
- Encourage independence and social inclusion by supporting community activities and groups
- Use Positive Behaviour Support strategies to enhance quality of life
- Build trusting, meaningful relationships based on empathy and respect
What We’re Looking For:
- A genuine passion for supporting others
- Excellent communication skills
- Flexibility to work a range of shifts including evenings, weekends, and overnight
- A positive, patient, and empathetic attitude
- willingness to register with NISCC and undergo an enhanced Access NI check
- Clean UK drivers license is required for this role
Contract & Shift Details:
- 2 x 37.5 full-time contract - various hours
- Shifts: Day Shifts: 9.00am - 9.00pm Night Shifts: 9:00pm - 9:00am (Rota prepared 4+ weeks in advance to support your work/life balance)
Mencap holds a Home Office sponsorship licence; however, due to current restrictions on our allocation of Certificates of Sponsorship, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must therefore have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship. 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.
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply now and start your journey with Mencap today!
Female Support Worker - Derry/Londonderry Driver Required employer: Mencap
Mencap is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where compassion and teamwork thrive. Located in North Shields, this role as a Support Worker not only provides flexible shifts to accommodate your lifestyle but also includes valuable training opportunities and generous annual leave, ensuring you can grow both personally and professionally while making a meaningful difference in the community.
