Support Worker - Wirral in Prenton

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Prenton. As a Support Worker, you will 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 will play a vital role in their life.

We are looking for Support Workers to work with 2 Gentlemen in the Prenton area of Wirral who are affectionately known by their staff team as a pair of lively characters with “slap stick humour” who love each day. Both Gentlemen are bright and bubbly characters with an incredible sense of humour who are seeking a support team that can match their energy and zest for life.

A typical day would usually involve activities that can range from chilling in the hot tub, visiting the zoo, walking out in the community and local parks to letting off steam with a good old water fight. Both Gentlemen are non-verbal and use Makaton as a form of communication; that being said, both gents are able to communicate their needs effectively and the more time you spend with these guys the more you will be able to respond and adapt to their needs. They are both extraordinary Gentlemen who want to lead a fulfilled life with a support team who can make every day count.

This will be on a permanent part-time basis (20 hours per week). Shifts will be spread across mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends – including wake nights, sleep-ins and bank holidays on a rota basis. Ideally, we are looking for Drivers but it is not essential.

Shift times: Days: Between 07:00-22:00 OR 10:00-16:00 or 16:00-22:00 or 08:00-22:00. There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70 to cover holidays and sickness. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

• 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: Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. We are here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. We fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in.

At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues. Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere. Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation. Every day we grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes. Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.

We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long-term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies. We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We are not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you are applying for.